Behavior Intervention Specialist (Non- Profit) - Bronx

AHRC NYC • New York, NY

90d • $62,000 - $78,000

About The Position

AHRC NYC is looking for a Full-time and Per-Diem Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) for our Bronx residences to provide diagnostic evaluation, testing and treatment services as a member of departmental or inter-departmental interdisciplinary teams, as well as complete behavior support plans for individuals receiving support from AHRC New York City.

Requirements

• Masters degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology, or a Masters degree in Behavior Analysis and Board Certification in ABA, or a NY State License in Mental Health Counseling.
• At least 2 years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities (including creating, implementing and monitoring behavioral support plans) and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavioral support plans necessary.
• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in overseeing administrative tasks related to regulatory mandates and program service operations.
• Proven capacity to work productively in highly collaborative settings and to coordinate needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Flexibility to operate in a rapidly-changing work environment, with ability to adapt and be sensitive to organizational culture.
• Committed and collegial team worker.
• Demonstrable passion for the agency’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties necessary to ensure compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping.
• Conducts other related tasks as needed or required.
• Completes pre-admission evaluations, annual psychological status assessments, and periodic diagnostic testing, as well assists in completion of/completes behavior support plans as part of an interdisciplinary team and subsequently assists in implementation and monitoring of support plan initiatives.
• Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed.
• Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families or residential settings or other relevant stakeholders in the individual’s service provision.
• Provides crisis intervention, as well as instructs staff in appropriate techniques for handling behavior management problems.
• Interprets psychological behavioral problems and test findings to direct care staff and provides in-service training in areas such as behavior modification and physical intervention.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate, providing input particularly on individuals with identified or emerging behavior management issues.
• Accurately and timely maintains appropriate service records for individuals supported.

Benefits

• Low cost quality Medical Insurance
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) company match
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Health savings account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees