Carry a half of a Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) caseload of approximately 12 young people living in one residential unit on a campus setting
Assist two Cross-Program Senior BIS’ with the coverage of two additional units on that campus
Develop, monitor, and update behavior modification programs utilizing principles of ABA and aspects of behavior management within the confines of SCO, ACS and OCFS policy and procedures to support the children in care, under the mentorship of senior BIS workers
Learn to assess functional data and develop Functional Behavior Assessments into Behavior Intervention/Support Plans
Learn methods of effective staff development and training and provide ongoing training to support childcare workers and school staff with implementing behavioral intervention strategies and in carrying out person centered planning
Obtain certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and support youth during crises
Mentor childcare workers using the framework of TCI, 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, assessments, and behavioral observations
Complete and present reports to team members reflecting behavioral progress
Provide therapeutic consultation to children in care • Keep psychiatric providers updated with behavioral progress to ensure effective psychopharmacological therapy and in turn an optimal comprehensive care plan
Provide support to childcare workers/ school support staff 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 Interdisciplinary Team Coordinator & Director of Behavioral Health Services
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related fields, from an accredited college or university
Some knowledge and understanding of the intellectually disabled population
Must possess well developed communication skills, both written and verbal
Should be at least semi-proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with team members • Capacity to maintain high levels of quality of work and productivity
Ideal candidate will be flexible with working hours and demonstrate reliability in relation to attendance and punctuality
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or an interest in pursuing a behavioral certification or degree
Benefits
Supervised hours by an LBA will be provided at no charge for candidates working toward their RBT, BCaBA, BCBA or licensure
A full week of training will be provided to certify new employees in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (the behavior management curriculum utilized) and CPR
Two days of new hire orientation is provided to acclimate candidates to SCO
Close mentorship from seasoned senior-level Behavior Intervention Specialists
Ideal for those looking for a career-starter or career-booster in behavioral health services