Behavior Specialist 1

J.M. Murray Center, Inc.•Munsons Corners, NY

48d•$27 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing person-centered Behavior Support Plans for individuals receiving Day Habilitation services and Intensive Respite services. Provides information, assistance, and training to employees who work with individuals with Behavior Support Plan and assists team members concerning behavioral issues. Responsible for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data to monitor plan effectiveness and/or need for revision. Ensure plans are in accordance with OPWDD regulations and agency policies and procedures. Collaborate with program staff to develop and facilitate social and skill-building activities that support individuals’ behavioral goals and positive social outcomes.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, special education or applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical interventions, and documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development
National board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA) or a NYS license as a Behavior Analyst (LBA); or/and a Master's degree in either: behavior analysis, or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology that is approved by OPWDD
New York State license in mental health counseling
At least three years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior support plans, and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavior support plans
Experience or training in developing Behavior Support Plans and Functional Behavioral Assessments
Must be knowledgeable in statistical analysis and proficient in Word and Excel
Computer knowledge and skills
Ability to lift at least 30 pounds
Sound decision-making and judgment
Strong communication and writing skills
NYS driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Reliable, inspected personal vehicle
Proof of NYS minimum insurance coverage if requested.
Clearances required through NYS Justice Center, NYS Motor Vehicle, NY Statewide Registry

Responsibilities

Maintain current and working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to person-centered behavioral support and ensure Behavior Support Plans developed and implemented are compliant.
In coordination with the Director of Day Habilitation and Day Habilitation employees and/or Site Based or Intensive Respite staff, review and determine behavioral support needs of individuals receiving services.
In coordination with the Director of Day Habilitation and Intensive Respite Staff, review and determine behavioral support needs of individuals currently receiving Intensive Respite Services or are interested in being referred to Intensive Respite services.
Attend Life Plan meetings as a member of the individual’s planning team and provide relevant information regarding the target behaviors addressed in the Behavior Support Plan, proactive and reactive interventions implemented based on the Behavior Support Plan, and interpretations of current data.
Develop, implement, review, revise, and oversee person-centered Behavior Support Plans in compliance with OPWDD regulations and agency policies and procedures, ensure all employees involved with Behavior Support Plan implementation are adequately trained on the plan by conducting annual trainings following reviews of the plans, training staff who are new to working with an individual with a Behavior Support Plan, providing additional training as needed, and periodically observing Behavior Support Plan implementation to ensure compliance.
Work cooperatively with management to address issues or concerns that may arise.
Collaborate with program staff to develop and facilitate social and skill-building activities that support individuals’ behavioral goals and positive social outcomes.
Facilitate and support structured social skills groups and activities designed to improve interpersonal functioning, communication, and behavioral outcomes.
Provide guidance and modeling to staff to ensure activities are implemented using positive behavioral support principles.
Collect, compile, and interpret daily and monthly data from Behavior Support Plan implementation in a timely fashion to document individuals’ response to interventions as well as determine the need for plan revisions.
Complete annual clinical summaries to document progress individuals have made on Behavior Support Plans during the year using available data, information from implementing staff, Life Plan meeting discussions, observations, and other informative interactions.
Prepare monthly note templates with current data and contact appropriate staff when monthly notes are ready to be completed.
Ensure monthly notes are completed and reviewed per agency policies.
Conduct observations for behaviors exhibited by individuals receiving Day Habilitation, Site Based Respite, and Intensive Respite Services.
Report findings and recommendations to the appropriate directors.
Maintain record of Inappropriate Behavior Reporting (IBR) Forms and facilitate IBR meetings, offer insight and analysis of trends or observations discovered in IBRs, discuss progress/regression of current Behavior Support Plans, discuss the need to implement new Behavioral Support Plans based on IBR data, and discuss any changes that may be needed for current plans.
Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments as specified in the OPWDD regulations prior to initial Behavior Support Plans and as needed.
Utilize the information obtained in the Functional Behavioral Assessments to inform information in the Behavior Support Plan.
Collects, reviews, approves, and files monthly behavior notes.
Ensure restrictive or intrusive plans adhere to the guidelines set forth by OPWDD regulations, ensure informed consent has been given, and are approved by the Human Rights Committee prior to implementation.
Attends all required and requested training and meetings.
May be assigned to conduct service specific training.
Ensures assigned staff are scheduled for required training, and that they complete and maintain all required training and certifications.
Conducts self in a manner as to always contribute to maximum individual growth and in accordance with all regulations, the DSP Code of Ethics and Company policy and procedures.
Represents JM Murray and the JM Murray mission in a positive manner, treating people with respect and dignity.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned.