BSS - Cost Pool Team 4

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc.•Bethpage, NY

20d•$26 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director(s) of Behavior Support, the Behavior Support Specialist implements and evaluates behavior support services for the people they support. Services include data collection, employee training, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, case reviews, interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, and consultation with team members. The specialist collaborates with the Director of Behavior Support, the person receiving support, and their circle of support to provide high-quality clinical services aligned with the agency’s mission and vision and the philosophy of the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL). The role includes supporting behavioral data review and analysis, observing behavior and reviewing records and team input, training employees in formal Behavior Modification Programs, and monitoring progress and implementation of Behavior Support Plans. The specialist also provides consultation and crisis support, contributes to required documentation and reports, and coordinates with clinicians and other providers as appropriate. The position is performed in person and on site, with travel between residential and day habilitation programs, hospitals, FREE locations, and other community locations. The schedule is flexible according to program needs, with varying shift start and end times, two evening days per week, and two weekend days per month.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services, sociology, or another related field.
At least one year of experience providing services and supports to individuals with disabilities or in another related human services field.
Valid driver’s license and ability to satisfy the agency’s criteria for drivers.
Ability to work a flexible schedule according to program needs, including varying shift start and end times, two evening days per week, and two weekend days per month.
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with staff and the individuals served.
Excellent writing, computer, organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to maintain a calm demeanor when responding to crises.
Ability to identify behavioral crises and situations and escalate them to BIS or DBS as needed.
Ability to sit, walk, and stand for prolonged periods of time (at least eight hours).
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, photocopiers, fax machines, and filing cabinets.
Ability to reach with hands and arms; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or stand on a stool as needed; and lift 50 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of behavioral principles.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing and evaluating behavioral data for target maladaptive behaviors to support the Director of Behavior Support in developing and implementing formal Behavior Modification Programs.
Assist in analyzing potential functions of maladaptive behavior, including existing, unplanned, and planned contingencies, using baseline procedures.
Conduct direct observations of behavior and review records, behavioral data, and verbal and written input from team members, including direct support employees when necessary.
Train employees on formal Behavior Modification Programs, including Behavior Support Plans, Behavior Support Staff Action, Behavior Support Symptom Management Plans, and Behavior Support Desensitization Plans.
Observe and assist in monitoring individuals’ progress and team members’ implementation of Behavior Support Plans, and communicate relevant information to the applicable Director of Behavior Support for timely plan revisions.
Assist with staff observations and provide program staff with feedback on implementation of Behavior Support Plans.
Instruct staff in proactive, active, reactive, and data collection procedures that promote adaptive skills serving the same function as target maladaptive behavior.
Provide consultation as needed on crisis intervention, behavior modification programs, diagnostics, and teaching and training programs.
Assist with required paperwork for Human Rights Committee meetings and obtain informed consent for behaviorally indicated restrictions.
Assist with written and verbal reports to individuals’ psychiatrists and other consultant clinicians to support accurate diagnosis and treatment when requested.
Provide crisis support, as indicated, to help individuals cope with psychological stressors.
Attend interdisciplinary treatment team, clinical supervision, Behavior Support Department, and other Clinical Services meetings as requested by the direct supervisor.
Attend in-service training, clinical and academic conferences, workshops, and other educational presentations as requested or directed by the assigned supervisor.
Address emergencies according to established program policies and procedures and communicate about them in a timely manner.
Recommend and facilitate referrals to clinics and private psychologists for individual, conjoint, family, or group therapy when indicated.
Provide team members and collateral providers with accurate, complete, and concise information about individuals’ cognitive and adaptive functioning, needs, evaluation results, and progress on behavior support plans.
Support alternate locations and caseloads as assigned.
Complete and process required paper and electronic documentation accurately, promptly, and in accordance with quality and compliance requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Communicate respectfully with the people supported, supervisors, team members, and community members.
Comply with confidentiality policies and protect information concerning people supported, families, clients, providers, contractors, and employees.
Meet safety training requirements, follow safety policies, report unsafe conditions, and take measures to prevent accidents and health or safety risks.
Coordinate, support, attend, and participate in required events, meetings, reviews, and committees, including those outside standard working hours.
Meet job requirements, remain compliant, and adhere to the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, applicable laws, and regulations.