BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
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We are a non-profit agency based in Millbrook, NY responsible for ensuring that all residents are cared for, that their needs are understood, that their preferences are followed, and that their rights are protected.
This position develops behavior support plans for individuals emphasizing positive approaches to teaching replacement behaviors. This is a full-time non-exempt position scheduled 35 hours per week (Monday – Friday).
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree from a Clinical or Treatment field of Psychology or Social Work. Must meet OPWDD specific BIS credentials.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License
- Proficiency with common computer applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities:
- Complete comprehensive functional behavior assessments for individuals displaying undesirable and/or socially unacceptable behavior.
- Provide training, guidance, and coaching to the staff with regards to behavior support interventions.
- Collect and review data at least monthly in a manner that allows for trend analysis.
- Report trends in positive outcomes and areas of concern to the agency leadership/Clinical Director.
- Ensure data is entered into the OPWDD’s Restrictive Intervention Application (RIA) and provide summary reports at least quarterly to the Clinical Director.
- Communicate with the appropriate psychiatrist(s) in an ongoing manner per agency protocol to ensure information to and from the respective Interdisciplinary Team is accurate and timely.
- Review support plans for individuals with the respective Interdisciplinary Team on a semi- annual basis and revise or update plans as needed.
- Remain current with regards to OPWDD and ICF regulatory changes and updates.
- Communicate verbally and in writing to other staff, departments and outside providers as warranted.
Join our caring and compassionate team!