Behavior Specialist - Clinician

$45,885 - $52,312/Yr

Devereux - Newfoundland, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Newfoundland, PA

Educational Services

About the position

The Behavior Specialist at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is responsible for implementing life-changing goals and programs for adults with intellectual disabilities. This role involves conducting assessments, creating and modifying behavior interventions, and providing individual counseling and support to clients. The Behavior Specialist works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans and ensure the well-being of individuals in their care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling and behavior support to assigned programs.
• Conduct assessments, consultations, and monitoring to create comprehensive treatment plans.
• Develop and maintain behavior support plans and Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• Collaborate with external entities such as vocational programs, psychiatrists, physicians, and family members.
• Train and orient new staff in assigned programs.
• Engage in assessment and treatment related to individuals' functional skills, behavioral and psychiatric needs, and personal adjustment.
• Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary meetings to assess individuals' needs and progress.
• Provide clinical guidance and schedule clinical services.
• Act as a liaison to families and outside entities.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation focusing on individuals' social, mental, and emotional status.
• Support individuals through crisis management and de-escalation.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Two years of experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Demonstrated appropriate Core Competencies in behavioral interventions and counseling.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with behavioral interventions and counseling in a clinical setting.
• Certification in relevant fields such as BCBA or LSW.

Benefits

• Paid time off (24 days per year, increasing with years of service)
• Sick time (64 hours per year)
• Retirement benefits
• Mental health and work/life programs
• Service anniversary awards
• Free access to Payactiv for earned wages between pay periods
• Unmatched professional development support and tuition benefits
• Free clinical supervision towards clinical license or BCBA hours
• CEUs toward maintaining licensure
• Technology to assist in job functions
• Scheduling flexibility for work/life balance