Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist

Job TitleUnder the administrative supervision of the Team Lead/Program Director, this position is responsible for developing and implementing the treatment plan, based on the strengths and expressed needs of the child and his or her parents.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that could be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.Works in partnership with the provider and the parents, who are treated as experts concerning their families.Completes intake paperwork; conducts behavioral and strength assessment.Facilitates meetings with the child, family, lead provider, and other stakeholders.Collaborates on treatment plans with the lead provider.Responsible for assisting the family and lead provider in the implementation of the treatment plan.Responsible for implementing performance outcome evaluations.With the direct input from the child and family, enlists the involvement of formal and informal community resources to support the family.Sees the family weekly for periods of time/days that may vary depending on the needs of the family.Discharge planning/transitional service development.Responsible for all required record keeping as indicated by the county and agency.Provides prompt intervention in the event of a crisis, both to stop the crisis and to notify when indicated, persons and agencies necessary for the resolution of the crisis; provides "on-the-spot" counseling that is both helpful to the clients and consistent with the philosophy of the program.Attends to the safety, health, and well-being of clients.Responsible for periodic after-hours on-call duties on a rotational basis.Attends child/family team meetings at other lead provider agencies as needed.Commitment to wrap-around philosophy when working with families.Minimum Qualifications And Certification & LicensesEducation, Training, and Experience A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is by having an AA degree and 6 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's Degree and 4 yrs experience, or a Master's Degree and 2 years of relevant experience. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: California driver's license & current vehicle insurance/registration if driving; and, Reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old, excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport, inclusive of bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles.ScheduleMonday – Friday, 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM with schedule flexibility based on the program's needs.Compensation$24.00 -$26.50 an hour.Travel RequiredYes. As needed for client transport and program support.