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Third Shift - Youth Treatment Specialist

Applewood Centers

Cleveland, OH

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$21 Per Hour
SKILLS
Academic Intervention, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Intervention, Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Crisis Intervention, Data Collection, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Family Intervention, Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Hospital, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Life Insurance, Nonprofit, Outpatient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventive Medicine, Problem Solving Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Risk, Root Cause Analysis, Sales Management, Secondary School, Social Work, Substance Abuse, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Underwriting, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Cleveland, OH
POSTED
13 days ago
Full and Part-Time Schedule Available!

Benefits and Salary :
Salary Range is $18-21/hr. ($18 High School, $18.50 Associate's, $19 Bachelor's, Masters $19.50-$21/hr) depending on relevant education and experience.

At Applewood, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners.

Our offerings include:
  • Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a flat rate option
  • Wellness program including free preventative care
  • Generous paid time off, including summers and school holidays
  • 100% paid parental leave for childbirth and adoption
  • 50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW programs
  • 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
  • Pet insurance
  • Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Support for continuing education and credential renewal
  • Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
  • Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

Qualifications :
  • Education: Minimum High School Degree required. Associates Degree with relevant work experience preferred.
  • Licensure: None.
  • Skills/Competencies:
    • Strong clinical skills including expertise in systemic family therapy, crisis intervention, family education, behavioral interventions, group work and substance abuse therapy.
    • Core Expertise: Possesses skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
    • Cultural Competency: Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
    • Interpersonal Communication: Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
    • Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
    • Collaboration & Teamwork: Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
    • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
  • Other: Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency's insurance company.
  • Must be approved by Applewood to transport clients in own vehicle.


Agency Summary:
Applewood Centers is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment.

Position Summary:
Are you interested in growing your career in the behavioral health field? Do you want to make an impact on the lives of children and adolescents? Applewood Centers is currently hiring Treatment Specialists to join our growing Residential Treatment Team. We provide residential treatment programming for youth ages 11 to 18 who have a variety of behavioral health needs such as self-injurious, risk-taking, and/or aggressive behaviors. Our team works directly with clients to address each of their individual complex needs-building upon his or her strengths.

ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE. Hours are varied and determined by the department needs. Schedules can be flexible with academic needs as we encourage continued education and potential growth within the Agency.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Working alongside our licensed clinical staff implementing behavioral interventions, teaching anger management skills, social skills, life skills.
  • Providing a safe and nurturing environment for youth and adolescents.
  • Working with our residential youth on character development and self- management.
  • Monitoring and managing our clients' symptoms and behaviors.
  • Participating in day-to-day programming and mental health treatment sessions.
  • Supporting appropriate youth coping and social skill development.

Applewood Centers, Inc. ("Applewood") is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. Applewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applewood's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applewood also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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