Behavioral Therapist

Sevita•Paducah, KY

2d•$55,000

About The Position

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. Monday-Friday - create your own schedule Minimum salary: $55,000 with full benefits Sign on bonus: $5,000 $500 yearly stipend for CEUs SUMMARY Develops behavioral plans, provides behavioral therapy, and other therapeutic services to program participants.

Requirements

Master's Degree in psychology or related field
One year experience working with special populations in crisis intervention, staff training and development or behavioral coursework
LCSW, LPP, LPA, BCBA, LPCC, or similar licensure

Nice To Haves

Conduct of research in behavior analysis within an applied setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs program participant contact in effecting behavioral change, primarily in the area of activities of daily living, behavior management and social skills.
Works with supervisors in the development, implementation, maintenance, and generalization of behavioral change. Maintains the use of least restrictive treatment guidelines in the implementation of Behavioral Techniques.
Provides Behavioral Therapy and Active Treatment programming in the residence job site, and within the community on an individual or group basis. Submits weekly logs indicating objectives, strategies, and results obtained.
Consults with staff, insurance providers, lawyers, service providers post-discharge, and family on treatment recommendations and progress. Participates in family education and therapy as needed
Participates in treatment planning with the trans-disciplinary team and attends pre-admission meetings as requested. Serves as a member on the rehabilitation team.
Ensures evaluation, progress, and discharge reports on each program participant are provided in a timely manner. Completes daily billing summaries on a timely basis.
Assists in coordination of behavioral programming within all living settings, community settings, and vocational sites as necessary.
Consults with and/or trains staff in behavioral techniques. Oversees work and trains BIT intern and practicum students.
Ensures adherence to accreditation standards and ethics of confidentiality.
Performs other related duties and activities as required.