Behavioral Health Consultant, Adolescent Psychiatry
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Consultant serves as a clinical expert, consultant, and educator for children and adolescents with complex behavioral health needs. The role partners with psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, behavioral health specialists, social workers, patients, and families to create individualized, trauma-informed strategies that support safety, engagement, and outcomes. The consultant leads behavioral assessment and intervention efforts across inpatient and residential settings, mentors staff, and advances evidence-based behavioral care. The position conducts functional behavior assessments, develops and monitors individualized intervention plans, analyzes behavioral data, and recommends treatment adjustments. It provides clinical consultation for challenging situations and complex care needs; participates in treatment planning and case reviews; and coaches interdisciplinary staff on behavior plans, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and other evidence-based approaches. The consultant also works with families, supports transitions across levels of care, and contributes to quality improvement, program development, and patient outcome initiatives.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavioral Science, Psychology, Education, or a related behavioral health field, or BCBA certification.
- At least two years of experience in behavior analysis, behavioral health, psychiatric care, developmental disabilities, or a related clinical setting.
Nice To Haves
- BCBA certification.
- Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and developing behavior intervention plans.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in behavioral health, psychiatric, residential, educational, or healthcare environments.
- Experience providing staff education, coaching, or consultation.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments for patients with complex behavioral, emotional, and trauma-related needs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior intervention plans that support patient safety, treatment engagement, and skill development.
- Analyze behavioral data and make treatment recommendations based on patient progress and clinical needs.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to identify effective behavioral strategies and modify plans as needed.
- Provide expertise in crisis prevention, de-escalation, and behavioral safety planning.
- Serve as a behavioral health resource across inpatient and residential programs.
- Consult with care teams regarding challenging patient situations, prolonged admissions, and complex behavioral presentations.
- Participate in rounds, treatment planning meetings, care conferences, and case reviews.
- Advise on behavioral safety, environmental supports, and behavior-focused treatment approaches.
- Support programs for patients with extended lengths of stay and complex care needs.
- Coach and mentor behavioral health staff, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members in implementing behavior plans.
- Educate staff on behavior management strategies, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, token economies, visual supports, DBT principles, and other evidence-based interventions.
- Promote consistency in treatment approaches across teams and settings and model behavioral health best practices.
- Collaborate with families to understand factors affecting treatment and recovery; provide education and coaching on behavior management, safety planning, and family engagement.
- Participate in family meetings, case conferences, and treatment discussions.
- Support transitions across levels of care and community reintegration when appropriate.
- Ensure care is individualized, culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate, and family-centered.
- Lead or participate in quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and patient outcome initiatives.
- Help develop innovative solutions and contribute to the advancement of behavioral services across the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
