Behavior Specialist- PRN
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 progress to adjust interventions as needed. Behavior Specialists work with an assigned clinical leader to design and implement CBT-specific treatment plans addressing patients’ presenting symptoms. This is a PRN position providing as-needed coverage when the clinic is open, with no set hours or consistent days. The role provides therapeutic services and groups under the supervision of a Clinical leader, supports patient safety, and completes timely documentation of care. Compensation is between $29.42 and $39.53; placement on the wage scale is determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and, for internal hires, years of service.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, social work, or a related field.
- If working in an Addiction Recovery program that requires it, hold a valid Substance Abuse Counselor-in-Training credential or state equivalent.
- Complete American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire and recertify every two years.
- Complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training within 60 days of hire or transfer and recertify annually.
- For Residential Inpatient programs, comply with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements; these are preferred for all levels of care.
- Complete Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) training within 90 days of hire.
- Complete any additional unit-required training within the timeline established by leadership during onboarding.
Nice To Haves
- At least 12 months of relevant Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) experience is preferred; relevant experience may include clinical care, human services, or educational equivalent.
- RCC and CBRF compliance is preferred 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.
- Ensure interventions produce desired outcomes.
- Document mental health services in accordance with applicable regulations and payer expectations, including timely completion of 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 the assigned caseload to interdisciplinary team members and support systems as needed.
- Train and support direct-care team members who are less familiar with CBT interventions, including MHTs, nurses, and clinic assistants.
- Train and educate parents or support persons on supporting CBT interventions and behavioral treatment plans, including positive reinforcement, modeling appropriate behaviors, and strategies for challenging situations.
- 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.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for the employee and family
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee share program
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health and wellness program
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
