BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

• 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
• Ample opportunity for growth and development

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