Behavior Specialist YA

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Billings, Montana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic treatment to children with emotional and psychiatric needs within a day treatment setting. Work collaboratively with an educational team to maintain structure and support for a diverse student population.

Qualifications

We are looking for a dedicated Behavior Specialist to provide therapeutic treatment to children with emotional and psychiatric problems. This role requires working directly with youth and an educational team in a Day Treatment setting. Candidates should be passionate about the growth and development of children in our care.

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Billings Campus - Billings, MT 59106Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $18.25 - $18.25 HourlyWe are seeking a dedicated Behavior Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide quality therapeutic treatment to children with emotional and psychiatric problems to maintain them in the school/home/community environment. This position is responsible for working with a diverse student population in need of consistency, structure, and emotional support and will be working in direct contact with youth and an educational team that includes a teacher, paraprofessional and therapist. Yellowstone Academy educates a population of youth in a Day Treatment setting and that is the setting of service for this position.  We are looking for candidates that are passionate about the growth and development of children in our care. Candidates start at $18.25/hour or more DOE. The hours of a Behavior Specialist are Monday through Friday 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. and employees are expected to be present during all working hours. Tuition assistance is available after 6 months of employment for those interested in pursuing post-secondary education. QualificationsThere is a minimum age requirement of 21 years old for this position.

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR) has been preparing youth for life since 1957. Today, we serve nearly 4,000 children annually, providing a seamless continuum of mental health care. Our services span: - Community-based programming across Montana - Therapeutic group home support in Billings, Boulder, Great Falls, and Helena - PRTF residential treatment provided through our 410-acre campus in Billings, Montana. With a mission of “Caring people, preparing youth for life,” YBGR is dedicated to strengthening families and building resilience across Montana. We’re honored to walk alongside kids and families as they lay the foundation for a brighter future. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, consider joining YBGR, where every day brings an opportunity to help youth heal, grow, and thrive.
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