DSHS BHHA Psychology Associate

Psychology Associate (Behavior Specialist)

Join our team as a Psychology Associate (Behavior Specialist) in Shoreline with the Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration's (BHHA) State Operated Community Residential (SOCR) team, where you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with complex behavioral needs. In this position, you will provide psychological and behavioral analysis services, including conducting functional assessments, developing and implementing positive behavior support plans, and assisting with crisis intervention efforts. You will also help assess and transition clients into the SOCR Transitions program while building the skills and confidence of staff and service providers to effectively support individuals in community-based settings. Working closely with interdisciplinary teams and community partners, your work will directly contribute to improving client outcomes, promoting stability, and enhancing quality of life.

Some of what you'll do:

• Conduct functional behavior assessments and develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs).
• Provide clinical consultation and behavioral support for individuals with complex needs, including developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, autism, dementia, traumatic brain injury, and substance use disorders.
• Design and recommend evidence-based behavioral interventions that promote community stability, reduce challenging behaviors, and increase adaptive functioning.
• Analyze behavioral data, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and make recommendations for service improvements and plan modifications.
• Provide crisis consultation, support cross-system planning efforts, and collaborate with DDA staff, providers, families, and community partners.
• Deliver training, coaching, and technical assistance to clinical staff, residential providers, families, and other stakeholders on positive behavior support practices.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and consultation to behavioral health staff while ensuring compliance with professional, licensing, and program standards.
• Participate in statewide program development, policy implementation, quality improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance service delivery.

Desired skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Expertise in functional behavior assessment, positive behavior support, applied behavior analysis, and behavioral intervention planning.
• Ability to design, implement, evaluate, and revise evidence-based interventions for individuals with complex behavioral and developmental support needs.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, human development, and person-centered service delivery principles.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and utilize behavioral data to drive clinical decision-making and treatment outcomes.
• Ability to provide consultation, coaching, supervision, and training to staff, families, providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of DDA programs, community-based long-term services and supports, applicable regulations, and confidentiality requirements.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

We are seeking professionals who:

• Have a master's or doctorate degree program in behavior analysis or other natural science, education, human services, engineering, medicine, or field related to behavior analysis. AND
• Are credentialed as a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) meeting requirements of RCW 18.380.050.

Preferred qualifications:

• At least five (5) years of professional experience as a Psychology Associate or Behavioral Specialist working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Additional information:

• Work schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use.

Ready to start a rewarding career? Apply today! Along with your application, please include:

• An updated resume
• Three professional references with contact information

Questions? Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at View email address on click.appcast.io and reference job number #02751.