BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

Behavioral Health SpecialistDevelop, monitor, and update behavior modification programs utilizing principles of ABA and aspects of behavior management within the confines of ACS policy. Provide ongoing training to support childcare workers with implementing behavioral intervention strategies and in carrying out person-centered planning. Mentor and encourage childcare workers using the framework of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, a behavior management training provided to staff at all levels. Participate in all program planning meetings and case reviews to discuss treatment plan goals, behavioral strategies and objectives, review assessments and behavioral observations. Complete and present reports to team members reflecting behavioral progress. Provide therapeutic consultation to children in care. Collaborate with educational psychology team at the on-campus school to coordinate optimal behavior programming across settings. Keep psychiatric providers updated with behavioral progress to ensure effective psychopharmacological therapy and in turn an optimal care plan. Provide support to childcare workers in emergency circumstances and as needed. Attend trainings and seminars to continuously enhance knowledge of autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities, as well as SCO, ACS and OCFS policy and procedure. Maintain case notes and records in accordance with program requirements. Ongoing collaboration with agency-wide behavioral health services. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director of Behavioral Health Services.QualificationsMaster's Degree in Psychology from an accredited college or universityMinimum of one year experience working with the intellectually disabled populationMust possess well developed communication skills, both written and verbalMust be proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to work effectively and collaboratively with team membersMaintain high levels of quality of work and productivityIdeal candidate will be flexible with working hours and demonstrate reliability in relation to attendance and punctualityBenefitsSupervised hours by an LBA will be provided at no charge for candidates working toward their RBT, BCaBA, BCBA or licensureA full week of training will be provided to certify new employees in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (the behavior management curriculum utilized) and CPRTwo days of new hire orientation is provided to acclimate candidates to SCO Family of ServicesJob Type: Full-timeSalary: $58,500.00 per yearDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftEvening shiftMonday to FridayWeekends as neededWork Location: In personEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.