Behavior Specialist- IOP/PHP

Rogers Behavioral Health•Bellevue, WA

10d•$25 - $35

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, trains and educates patients and support persons, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, and monitors intervention progress, making modifications to support patient outcomes. Behavior Specialists work with an assigned clinical leader to design and implement CBT-specific treatment plans addressing presenting symptoms. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a typical shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST. Compensation ranges from $24.65 to $35.47, with placement based on years of experience and education.

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 a valid Substance Abuse Counselor-in-Training credential or state equivalent.
Relevant Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) experience; 12 months is preferred. Relevant experience may include clinical care, human services, or educational equivalent.
For Residential programs, hold a current, active driver’s license and be in good standing; this is preferred for all levels of care.
For Residential Inpatient programs, complete required Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) compliance training; preferred for all levels of care.
Obtain American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire and complete bi-annual recertification.
Complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training within 60 days of hire or transfer and annual recertification.
Complete Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) training within 90 days of hire.
Complete additional unit-required training within the timeline established by leadership during onboarding.

Nice To Haves

12 months of relevant Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) experience.
A current, active driver’s license in good standing for levels of care other than Residential programs.
Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) compliance training for levels of care other than Residential Inpatient programs.

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, 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 in accordance with applicable regulations and payer expectations, including treatment plans, outcome assessments, psychosocial information, and other patient-care data within the medical record.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and assist in developing treatment plans.
Communicate treatment interventions and support needs for assigned patients to interdisciplinary team members and support systems as needed.
Provide training support to direct-care team members who are less familiar with CBT interventions.
Train and educate parents or other support persons on supporting CBT interventions and behavioral treatment plans, including positive reinforcement, modeling appropriate behaviors, and strategies for challenging situations.
Provide for patient 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.