Behavior Consultant

Behavior Consultant Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions. Job Description: It is the responsibility of the Behavior Consultant to develop and oversee the implementation of formal behavior management plans, conduct functional behavioral assessments, and provide behavioral consultation for IBHS clients as supervised by the Clinical Coordinator. Schedule Details: Full-Time Location: Harrisburg, PA Program: IBHS (Intensive Behavioral Health Services) Pay Rate: $35+/hour Billable Rate Job Functions: Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy/procedures Report to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor Complete 16 hours of Department of Human Services-approved training yearly Complete all additional required training as per the Professional Development Plan Submit to Human Resources promptly copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and formal training Provide clinical, mobile service delivery as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards Collect outcome data (i.e., CBCL or ATEC) for all clients at times of service re-authorization Provide quality mobile services based on established best practice principles of care Maintain quality documentation of clinical service delivery Maintain professional relationships with clients, payers, and community support service representatives Provide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, promptly Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation Conduct assessments of all new IBHS clients on his/her caseload Develop and oversee of implementation of behavior management plans Provide crisis assessment and behavioral stabilization services as necessary Provide case consultation to BHTs providing services on all shared cases and for other staff as required by the Coordinator Provide clinical consultation to parents, extended family, teachers, and other adult caregivers regarding prescribed behavioral interventions Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries Provide complete, accurate information regarding the frequency, intensity, and duration of both target behaviors and suggested replacement behaviors Participate in 1 hour of individual face-to-face supervision monthly, as well as all applicable program staff meetings. If BC supervises BHT, must participate in an additional 1 hour of supervision that month Minimum Requirements: Education: Master's degree in psychology, social work, education, or counseling from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation or an equivalent degree from a foreign college or university that has been evaluated by the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Experience: One year of full-time experience in providing direct mental health services to children, youth, or young adults Licensure/Certification Requirements: License or Certification preferred, but not required Required Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees =>30 hours/week): Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement options, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation), Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, 403(b) with Employer Match, Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Referral Bonus opportunities, Discounts through "Tickets at Work" And More! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 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.