Behavior Specialist - CARES

Behavior Specialist I - CARES

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work. Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. We are currently looking for a Behavior Specialist I—whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you’ll find the right position to help others.

• Pay range: $18.98 – $24.22 per hour (based on experience and other factors)
• 21 PTO days per year
• 9 nationally observed holidays
• 401k matching up to 6%
• Up to $10,000 in the Degree Assistance Program
• Affordable monthly health care premiums

We envision Fred Finch as a healing‑centered organization where diverse staff at all levels feel  are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and explore opportunities. We actively work on diversity within our organization and the communities we serve.

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness.

Fred Finch CARES provides comprehensive, innovative, effective services supporting children, youth, young adults, and families living with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, mental health concerns, and histories of significant trauma and loss. Using research‑based interventions and best practices, our programs are individualized to meet each client’s needs.

Our staff is compassionate, committed, and innovative. At CARES, our values are reflected in our programs. We value diversity and inclusion, and are committed to a workforce representative of the cultural and linguistic needs of those we serve. Flexible schedules prioritize self‑care and work‑life balance.

The Behavior Specialist works within the wraparound philosophy to support behavior strategies and provide 1:1 behavioral intervention and rehab services to participants/families.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 direct service to youth and young adults, and to parents/caregivers in their natural environments
• Documenting services
• Collaborating with community and mental health professionals
• Participating in group and individual supervision
• Providing crisis management and clinical case management
• Performing administrative functions and being on call as needed
• Supporting and implementing wraparound philosophy, trauma‑informed care model, and culturally competent, family‑centered approach

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working with children and families
• Motivation to continue learning and growing in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• High ethical standards
• Promote positive morale and team cohesion
• Strong organizational skills; detail oriented; able to maintain records independently
• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written, with coworkers, supervisors, and youths
• Valid CA driver’s license (or ability to obtain one) and reliable transportation

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services (FF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FF does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.