Behavioral Specialist - PHP/IOP - PRN

Rogers Memorial Hospital•Wausau, WI

About The Position

The Behavioral 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 for maladaptive behaviors, educates patients and support persons, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, and monitors and adjusts interventions to support patient outcomes. Working with an assigned clinical leader, the specialist designs and implements CBT-specific treatment plans addressing patients’ presenting symptoms. This PRN role provides as-needed coverage when the clinic is open Monday through Friday, with no set hours or consistent days. Services are provided under the supervision of a Clinical leader and in accordance with clinical standards of care. The specialist also contributes to patient safety, team training, treatment planning, and timely clinical documentation.

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 at minimum a valid Substance Abuse Counselor-in-Training credential or state equivalent.
American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire, with recertification every two years.
Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) within 60 days of hire or transfer, with annual recertification.
For Residential programs, a current, active driver’s license in good standing.
For Residential Inpatient programs, required compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements.
For Residential programs, complete CBRF training within 90 days of hire.
Complete any additional unit-required trainings within timelines 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 equivalent.
A current, active driver’s license in good standing is preferred for all levels of care.
Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) requirements 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 the supervision of the Clinical leader.
Participate in supervision sessions, communicate patient progress, and discuss 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, treatment plans, outcome assessments, psychosocial information, and other patient-care data in the medical record in accordance with regulations and payer expectations.
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 other 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, appropriate behavior modeling, and strategies for challenging situations.
Help maintain patient and facility safety.
Support staffing or scheduling assignment changes when program and patient-care needs require.
Maintain knowledge of department processes, protocols, and procedures; pursue self-directed learning and continuing education; and participate in committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.
Perform other duties as assigned.