Behavior Consultant

Achievement Center of LECOM Health•Erie, PA

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About The Position

The Behavior Consultant develops and directs the individualized treatment of children diagnosed with behavioral health and developmental disorders. The BC provides training and support to the Behavioral Health Technician on appropriate therapeutic interventions targeted to reduce client(s) maladaptive behaviors and increase adaptive behaviors as outlined in the child’s Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP). Services are provided in the home, school, and other community settings. This position reports to the IBHS Supervisor and the IBHS Director. Sign on Bonus offered Master level applicants with BCBA certification: $3,000 Master level applicant with LBS: $2,000 Master level applicant: $1,000 All sign-on bonuses require a one-year commitment contract. All bonuses will be paid out after successful completion of a 90-day probation

Requirements

Be licensed in the state of PA as a Behavior Specialist OR
Have certification as a BCBA OR
Have a graduate degree in ABA . OR
Have a minimum of 1 year of full-time experience in providing mental health direct services to children, youth or young adults and a graduate degree in psychology, social work, education, or counseling. OR
Completed a clinical or mental health direct service practicum and have a graduate degree in psychology, social work, education, counseling or a related field.
Must have a valid driver’s license, current insurance coverage and consistent access to a reliable vehicle.
Mandated Reporter and Safety Care Training within 30 days of hire.
Provide clearances with a clean record, free from allegations or findings related to abuse, neglect, exploitation or other criminal acts against children, i.e. Act 33, Act 34 or FBI Clearance.

Responsibilities

Develop, design, and direct the implementation of the child’s treatment plan.
Monitor, track, and interpret behavioral data.
Provide support and strengths-based instruction to families, caregivers, teachers, and all involved in a child's treatment.
Provide training, supervision, and consultative resources to bachelor level staff.
Participate in internal and external team meetings.
Demonstrate knowledge of functional behavior assessments (FBA).
Demonstrate good writing skills.
Receive encouragement and support to engage in research and professional presentations locally, regionally, and nationally should this be of interest.

Benefits

Compensation: ACLH offers a competitive salary based upon experience, mileage reimbursement, regular pay raise opportunities, and staff referral bonus.
Time Off: 8 Paid holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, and paid time off.
Professional Advancement: Professional development opportunities and dedicated training budget.
Medical Insurance
When using the Home Host benefits, all copayments and deductibles are waived with the exception for advanced diagnostics, certain types of therapy, durable medical equipment, infertility treatment, transplants, and certain surgical expenses.
Employee only coverage costs only $70/month and family is only $320/month!
Home Host option – waived co-pays and deductibles when utilizing LECOM physicians and the LECOM Medical Center.
Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee coverage is only $10/month and Family coverage is only $27.20/month.
BAI Insurance
Vision Insurance.
Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and AD&D are provided at no cost to you.
Various other elective benefits are available such as Identity theft protection, Short-Term Disability, travel insurance, pet Insurance, etc.
Employee Assistance program (EAP).
Employee Referral program.
Retirement: 403(b) Savings Plan enrollment with company match up to 6% of your pay after one year of employment.
Returning employees may take advantage of the retirement match immediately or earlier than one year.
Wellness: No cost Employee Assistance Program, discounted membership to LECOM Wellness Center, and a dedication to work/life balance.
Student Loan Forgiveness: We are a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.