Behavioral Health Specialist I
About The Position
The Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Cuyahoga DD) is seeking to hire a Behavioral Health Specialist, Level I (BHSI). Under supervision, this position will provide behavioral assessments and design support strategies for assigned individuals. The nature of work for the BHSI position will include, but is not limited to the following: Under supervision perform behavioral assessment and contribute to inclusion of behavioral health strategies in the ISP Under supervision provide consultation, recommendations for program placement, objectives and intervention strategies. (This may include referral to outside community agencies). Under supervision evaluate and conceptualize the needs of individuals on the basis of history, test data, interviews, and direct observation. Apply knowledge from professional literature whenever possible. Under supervision, engage with individuals via group-focused and other direct interventions. Develop or assist in developing data collection procedures and behavioral programs. Monitor implementation of behavior management policies and procedures. Train staff in the implementation of techniques when needed. Assist in the collection of program evaluation data in accordance with department or agency direction. Provide systematic training for Cuyahoga DD and other staff and parents. Maintain all required statistics and records and service-related documentation including but not limited to treatment plans, assessments and progress notes. Will consistently meet departmental productivity requirements.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work or Psychology or a related field.
- Licensure commensurate with education.
- Specific training in developmental disabilities.
- Certified as a Service and Support Administrator, which certification can be obtained following hire.
- Hold a valid driver's license and the ability to maintain an insurable driving record according to Cuyahoga DD policy.
- Due to this requirement, you will be required to provide your DL number during the application process. Failure to provide your DL# will remove you from consideration.
Responsibilities
- Under supervision perform behavioral assessment and contribute to inclusion of behavioral health strategies in the ISP
- Under supervision provide consultation, recommendations for program placement, objectives and intervention strategies. (This may include referral to outside community agencies).
- Under supervision evaluate and conceptualize the needs of individuals on the basis of history, test data, interviews, and direct observation. Apply knowledge from professional literature whenever possible.
- Under supervision, engage with individuals via group-focused and other direct interventions.
- Develop or assist in developing data collection procedures and behavioral programs.
- Monitor implementation of behavior management policies and procedures.
- Train staff in the implementation of techniques when needed.
- Assist in the collection of program evaluation data in accordance with department or agency direction.
- Provide systematic training for Cuyahoga DD and other staff and parents.
- Maintain all required statistics and records and service-related documentation including but not limited to treatment plans, assessments and progress notes.
- Will consistently meet departmental productivity requirements.
Benefits
- Over 40 paid days off a year, including holidays.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Hybrid schedule: Two days at home and 3 in-office and community)
- A great government Pension through Ohio PERS.
- Low Cost Major Medical insurance.
- Free Dental, Vision Life, and Temporary disability Insurance
- Professional Development Reimbursement each year.
- Membership dues reimbursement each year.
- Mileage Reimbursement at the IRS rate.
- Working here qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Flexible Spending Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual Pay Increases, and so much more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
