JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will be teaching our new Behavioral Health program at Herndon Career Center. 

Behavioral Health is designed to support students interested in working as a community health advocate particularly those students interested in pursuing careers in the behavioral health field. The course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, and practices in the field of behavioral health. The course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to support individuals facing various behavioral health challenges, promote mental well-being, and contribute to the overall improvement of community mental health. Entry level fields could include roles such as a direct service professional, behavioral health technician, or registered behavior technician. More broadly, this program will assist students in pursuing a career in the behavioral health sciences in studying psychology or sociology with the following potential career outcomes: community support specialist, board certified behavior analyst, licensed professional counselor, social worker, psychiatrist, etc. Students will have the opportunity to earn their Registered Behavior Technician and BLS Heartsaver Certification.

***Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field***