Behavior Specialist- PRN

Rogers Memorial Hospital•Nashville, TN

18d

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 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 for presenting symptoms. This PRN role provides coverage as needed when the clinic is open Monday through Friday, with no set hours or consistent days. Services are delivered under the supervision of a clinical leader and according to clinical standards of care. The specialist also supports patient and facility safety and may assist with staffing or scheduling changes when required by program or patient-care needs.

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.
For Residential programs, hold a current, active driver’s license and be in good standing.
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.
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; relevant experience may include clinical care, human services, or educational experience.
For Residential programs, compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements is preferred; these requirements are required for Residential Inpatient programs.
A current, 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 clinical-leader supervision.
Participate in supervision sessions and communicate patient progress and recommended care-plan adjustments based on observations and responses to interventions.
Monitor intervention effectiveness, administer and review outcome measures, and adjust 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.
Complete additional documentation in SUD programs under close supervision of the clinical leader when applicable.
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.
Train and support direct-care team members who are less familiar with CBT interventions.
Educate parents or other support persons on supporting CBT interventions and behavioral treatment plans, including positive reinforcement, modeling appropriate behaviors, and managing challenging situations.
Help ensure patient and facility safety.
Support staffing or scheduling assignment changes when required by program and patient-care needs.
Maintain knowledge of department processes, protocols, and procedures; pursue self-directed learning and continuing education; and participate in committees, task forces, or work groups as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.