Behavior Specialist- IOP/PHP

Rogers Memorial Hospital•Tampa, FL

10d

About The Position

The Behavior Specialist supports the delivery of high-quality Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions within Rogers Behavioral Health treatment programs. The role assesses the function of behavior, develops and implements individualized plans to address maladaptive behaviors, educates patients and their support persons, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, and monitors and adjusts interventions to support patient outcomes. Behavior Specialists work with an assigned Clinical leader to design and implement CBT-specific treatment plans addressing presenting symptoms. The position follows a Monday-through-Friday schedule, with a typical shift of either 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. EST. It provides therapeutic services, including groups, under Clinical leader supervision; supports treatment planning and team communication; documents services and outcomes; and helps ensure patient and facility safety. Additional duties may include continuing education and participation in committees, task forces, and work groups.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, social work, or a related field.
For work in an Addiction Recovery program that requires it, hold at minimum a valid Substance Abuse Counselor-in-Training credential or state equivalent.
For Residential programs, hold a current and active driver’s license and be in good standing; this is preferred for all levels of care.
Complete American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire and required recertification every two years.
Complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training within 60 days of hire or transfer and annual recertification.
For Residential Inpatient programs, comply with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements; compliance is preferred for all levels of care.
Complete CBRF trainings within 90 days of hire.
Complete additional unit-specific trainings within timelines established by leadership during onboarding.

Nice To Haves

12 months of relevant Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) experience is preferred.
Relevant experience may include clinical care, human services, or educational equivalent.
An active driver’s license in good standing is preferred for all levels of care.

Responsibilities

Provide cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic services, including groups, according to clinical standards of care and under the supervision of the Clinical leader.
Participate in supervision sessions, regularly communicate patient progress, and discuss care plan adjustments based on observations and responses to interventions.
Monitor intervention effectiveness, administer outcome measures, review results, and modify interventions in consultation with the Clinical leader.
Document mental health services according to applicable regulations and payer expectations, including treatment plans, outcome assessments, psychosocial information, and other patient care data in the medical record.
Complete additional documentation in SUD programs under close supervision of the Clinical leader, as applicable.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and assist in developing treatment plans.
Communicate treatment interventions and support needs for assigned caseloads to interdisciplinary team members and support systems as needed.
Train and support direct care team members who are less familiar with CBT interventions.
Train and educate parents or support persons on supporting CBT interventions and behavioral treatment plans, including positive reinforcement, modeling appropriate behaviors, and managing challenging situations.
Help provide for patient safety and facility safety.
Support changes in staffing or scheduling assignments when program and patient care needs require.
Maintain knowledge of department processes, protocols, and procedures; pursue self-directed learning and continuing education; and participate in committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.
Perform other duties as assigned.