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Behavioral Specialist

Pathway, Inc. | Alabama
Jasper, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026

Be a SUPERHERO in a child's life!


Do you want a job of meaning and purpose? Do you want to know that you are making a difference in the world and in a child's life?
If so, then Pathway is the place for you! We are a residential program for adjudicated and DHR youth, with the motto of helping today's youth find a new direction in life! We are seeking a Behavioral Specialist that will be working directly with preteen and teenage girls and boys in a residential setting. Behavioral Specialist are responsible for providing safe and effective direct client care services in accordance with individual client treatment plans and in conjunction with the structure of the treatment program to which they are assigned.


SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Provide clients with guidance and instruction in the performance of basic living skills. These basic living skills should be more tailored to client needs and guided by the client’s individual therapist’s knowledge of client needs.
  • Serve as support system for Group Leaders in terms of behavioral management and service provision.
  • Provide direct supervision and management of client behavior in a consistent and equitable manner.
  • Accurately and thoroughly document all client activities per policy; documentation must be legible.
  • As a member of client Treatment Teams, send daily end of shift reports regarding client daily progress.
  • Supervise and monitor clients in regard to client safety, following applicable client care policy and Planning Schedule


Requirements:

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services Field, i.e. Psychology or Social Work.
  • Possess excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
  • Drug Free


Benefits include:

  • Health/Dental benefit plans
  • Supplemental benefit plans
  • 401K
  • Paid Holidays
  • Personal Time Off
  • FREE MEALS!!

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift (Monday-Friday)

Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $16.50 per hour


Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

  • We have an age requirement of at least 21 years of age. Please do not tell me your age, but are you at least 21 years old?

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)


REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be 21
  • Drug Free
  • Willingness to work 8 hour shifts
  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Sociology


We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to providing high-quality services for children in the least restrictive environment. Our mission emphasizes treating every child with the same care and dedication we would offer our own, while offering services that reflect the values cherished by families. We aim to ensure accessibility for families and agencies of all abilities and resources. Our vision focuses on developing a dynamic array of services that can adapt to meet evolving client needs effectively. Join us in making a meaningful impact in our community!

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