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Behavioral Health Specialist (BHIS)

Life Connections
Perry, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026

Job Benefits

  • Monthly Agency Recognition Awards (up to $100)
  • Partial Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays for full-time employees
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Life Connections covers 40–45% of premiums after 30 days (full-time employees)
  • Flexible scheduling – sessions primarily after school and weekends
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Position Overview

Life Connections is seeking a Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS) Provider to support children and families in developing behavioral, emotional, and social regulation skills. This role focuses on helping clients build positive coping strategies and behavioral skills that improve success at home, school, and in the community.

BHIS providers primarily work with school-aged children, with sessions typically scheduled after school hours and on weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Meet consistently with assigned BHIS clients on a weekly basis
  • Provide services that help clients reach goals outlined in their treatment plans
  • Teach behavioral management and emotional regulation skills
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation for BHIS services
  • Attend monthly staff meetings and required supervision sessions
  • Maintain professional communication with clients, families, and staff
  • Follow HIPAA and confidentiality standards
  • Maintain professional ethics and boundaries
  • Meet productivity expectations (minimum of 10 billable hours per week or 80% unit utilization)
  • Travel to client sessions within 45 miles of the assigned office
  • Schedule quarterly clinical supervision and attend monthly clinical meetings
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services-related field
  • Experience working with children, adolescents, and families
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Knowledge of BHIS service delivery practices and regulations (training available within 45 days if needed)
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Basic computer proficiency and ability to utilize electronic documentation systems
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently while remaining team-oriented

Preferred Skills

  • Demonstrated leadership and professionalism
  • Ability to model and teach behavioral skills to clients
  • Strong ethical standards and professional boundaries
  • Patience, empathy, and strong relationship-building abilities

Reporting To

Behavioral Health Supervisor

Our Mission

At Life Connections, we believe in being authentic, strength-based, positive, and consistent role models for the clients we serve. We strive to build trusting relationships with families while empowering individuals to strengthen their abilities and increase positive community involvement.

We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate professionals who share our mission and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

Learn more about us at:
www.life-connections.org

Life Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $24 - $27

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