Care and Behavior Support Specialist FC+; CYFD​/BHS

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job title care and behavioral support specialist fc+ (cyfd/bhs #)

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at the new mexico children, youth and families department (cyfd), every role is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, youth, and families across our state. We are committed to building a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated workforce that works collaboratively to ensure safety, promote well-being, and strengthen families. Whether you are in the field supporting families face-to-face, working behind the scenes to improve systems, or helping to shape the agency from a leadership level, your work here has purpose and long-lasting impact.

Join a team that values integrity, resilience, and service and be part of meaningful change for new mexico's future.

this posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

* applications submitted without work experience or a resume will not be considered. If attaching a resume, resume must include dates of employment for each job (month & year) and details of work experience/job duties*

the care and behavioral support specialist position provides care and supervision for children and adolescents experiencing placement disruption or awaiting a safe and stable placement. This position will support a specialized program called foster care+ with supporting resources foster parents, and the fc+ team regarding safety and well-being of children in cyfd's care through consistent, trauma-responsive supervision and support in a short-term transitional setting.

The specialist supports child safety concerns, provides direct behavioral and emotional support, and maintains thorough documentation to promote safety and stability during times of transition. Specialists will visit youth/children is specialized settings such as acute hospitals, youth shelters, community homes or care for youth at designated cyfd programs. Specialists also work as advocates and maintain health engagement and support to youth or children in different placement settings to minimize disruption.

In state travel is a part of this position.

care and behavioral support specialist provide direct care and supervision to children and adolescents during times of placement disruption or transition.

responsibilities include:

• providing direct supervision and support to ensure safety, stability and emotional regulation for children and adolescents in a transitional setting.
• implementing trauma-responsive strategies to deescalate crises, build trust, and meet individual behavioral and emotional needs. Support can be provided in a community setting by phone or supporting partners such as staff or resource foster parents.
• coordinating daily routines and activities, including meals, hygiene, rest and recreation, in a manner that supports structure and predictability.
• collaborating with supervisors and caseworkers to share observations, report concerns, and plan next steps for placement and care.
• maintain accurate and timely documentation of incidents, observations, and progress to support communication, accountability and quality improvement.
• participate in debriefings and safety planning to strengthen overall response to youth in transition and promote a safe and stable environment.
• participate in ongoing training and professional development to strengthen trauma-responsive and crisis-intervention skills.
• maintain safe and organized environment.

care and behavioral support specialist provides direct care and supervision to children and adolescents during times of placement disruption or transition from one place to another. Providing respite and care for individuals when needed. Engage in meeting with youth and children in community or home settings to support stabilization through engagement and advocacy. Community support in specialized programs such as foster care+.

experience as it relates to:

• providing direct care and supervision for children/adolescents with complex behavioral and emotional needs.
• utilizing trauma-responsive and de-escalation techniques to maintain safety and promote emotional regulation.
• responding effectively to crises with calmness, empathy and clear decision making.
• building trusting relationship to foster stability and connection.
• collaboration with supervisors, caseworkers and other…