Behavioral Specialist I - ACCS

Hamilton, ON
On-site
Posted Aug 20, 2026
1 position

US$21 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Provide evidence-based interventions and behavioral modeling to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Support clients in developing recovery goals and assist with transportation to appointments and daily activities.

Job details

JOIN ELIOT – A PLACE TO BELONG, GROW, AND INSPIRE CHANGE At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth. BENEFITS AT ELIOT We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include: * Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays * Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans * Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match * Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources * Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance * Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development Eliot is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Specialist I to join our dynamic Adult Community Clinical Service (ACCS) team. ACCS provides clinically focused evidenced based interventions to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Services are person centered and are delivered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals in either residential or community based settings. In this role, you will provide support and guidance to adults facing severe and persistent mental health challenges. Responsibilities: * Provide interventions to clients that focus on problem solving, modeling behavior, optimism and encouragement * Assist the team in providing on-going assessments of client symptoms and their responses to staff interventions * Support clients in their desire for recovery and rehabilitation in the development of their goals * Ensure that services provided are culturally competent, strengths based, and focused on rehabilitation and are inclusive of client preferences. * Provide assistance to clients related to transportation to work sites, daily activities, and appointments Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field * Experience working with adults with mental illness * Valid Massachusetts drivers license Schedules: * Tuesday-Saturday, 3pm-11pm (40 hrs) * Sunday-Thursday, 3pm-11pm (40 hrs) * Thursday-Sunday 11am-7pm, Monday 8am-4pm * Friday 9pm-9am, Saturday & Sunday, 11pm-11am (36 hrs) Hourly Rate $20.50—$20.50 USD At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization. Apply today and make a difference.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Candidates must have experience working with adults with mental illness and possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license.