What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) position at The Courageous Steps Project?
Year-Round Position | Bangor Area
The Courageous Steps Project is seeking dedicated, compassionate Behavioral Health Professionals (BHPs) to join our growing Home & Community Services team. Our BHPs work 1:1 with children and young adults to build functional skills, increase independence, support social-emotional development, and promote meaningful participation at home, school, and in the community.
This position is year-round to ensure continuity and stability for the clients we serve.
About the Role
As a BHP, you will:
- Provide 1:1 support to children and youth with functional skill deficits impacting daily living, social skills, communication, emotional regulation, and community participation.
- Implement individualized treatment plans focused on ADLs, functional independence, safety awareness, social development, executive functioning, and behavior management strategies.
- Use evidence-based practices and developmentally appropriate interventions such as modeling, prompting, shaping, visual supports, task breakdowns, and reinforcement systems.
- Support clients across natural environments including the home, school, after-school programs, and community settings.
- Document sessions thoroughly and professionally in our electronic documentation system.
Schedule
- Flexible, part-time hours based on client needs.
- Hours during the summer are much more flexible and available during the daytime hours.
- Most available hours occur after school (typically 2:30–6:30pm) because the majority of our clients are school-aged.
- Only occasional daytime clients are available; applicants should not expect a primarily daytime schedule.
- Ideal for students in education, psychology, human development, social work, nursing, or related fields.
Who Thrives in This Position
This role is an excellent fit for individuals who:
- Love working with children and youth with diverse abilities.
- Can work independently in the field with strong support from supervisors.
- Manage flexible schedules and can problem-solve in real time.
- Understand the importance of routine, consistency, and skill generalization.
You do not need prior experience as a BHP — we provide training and support.
Why Join The Courageous Steps Project?
- Supportive leadership and individualized supervision.
- Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization.
- Hands-on experience relevant to education, if applicable.
- Meaningful work that directly improves the lives of children and families.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.09 - $26.62 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- What would your typical weekly availability be to work this position?
- Do you have a criminal history?
- Do you reside in the Hampden/Bangor area for the majority of the year, including the academic year and summer months?
- Are you aware that this position is part-time and there is no guarantee for full-time hours, unless otherwise specified?
Ability to Commute:
- Bangor, ME 04401 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $27