Behavioral Intervention Assistant

ACLD • Hauppauge, NY

63d

About The Position

Behavior Intervention Assistant – Day Services Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. In the Behavior Intervention Assistant role you will provide clinical support to individuals attending center-based day habilitation programs. Participate in crisis intervention response during behavioral emergencies. Participate in the development and ensure consistent implementation of proactive individualized behavior support plans.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and five (5) years related experience or Associates Degree with three (3) years related experience or Bachelor’s Degree with two (5) years related experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must be able to complete required training for SCIP (Strategic Crisis Intervention & Prevention) and CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation))
• Clean valid NYS driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to behavioral emergencies. Lead crisis intervention and implement SCIP maneuvers when necessary to de-escalate situation in accordance with Individual’s plan.
• Participate in functional behavioral analysis with a focus on adaptive skill enhancement and addressing maladaptive behaviors that may interfere with the individual achieving identified life goals, as needed.
• Participate in the development and implementation of individualized behavioral support programs (IBSP).
• Provide 1:1 clinical supervision as indicated for individuals in need of individualized clinical support schedules.
• Coordinate behavioral data (IBSP, fundamental, DDP). Review, analyze and summarize the data collected and record in the weekly and monthly data sheets; prepare behavioral assessments for clinical meets/psychiatric visits as requested
• Prepare data, make recommendations and participate in Psychology Department Review in order to monitor effectiveness of individualized psychological interventions
• Ensure reinforcements and required supplies are available to core room staff for the implementation of the behavioral support programs based on individual’s assessments
• Assist with staff training in the areas of psychology related topics

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees