Behaviorist/ IDD Behaviorist

RHA Health Services • Wayne, NJ

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About The Position

We are hiring for: Behaviorist/ IDD Behaviorist Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! The Behaviorist works with individuals with mental health disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and co-occurring disorders to develop, implement, and review Behavioral Support Plans (BSP) under the supervision of a BCBA. Assesses skills, strengths, communication needs, and behavioral challenges to create person-centered behavior programs assisting the individual to continuously grow and achieve a fulfilling life. Completes behavioral assessments, analysis, and completes scheduled reports of assigned individuals. Provides ongoing training and education to staff for the successful implementation of the behavior program.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or another human services related field with experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Possess at least 2 years’ experience with individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
• Possess credentials required by Federal or State law
• Experience utilizing Positive Behavior Supports and ABA.
• Availability for on-call rotation.
• Ability to anticipate challenges.
• Ability to work independently and cohesively with a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• NJ Licensure as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, monitors and trains staff on BSPs under the supervision of the BCBA.
• Coordinates IDT meetings and the ISPs
• Responsible for ensuring that a comprehensive, therapeutic program is provided for the individuals served.
• Provide ongoing assessment and observation of individuals served and create clinically appropriate BSPs based on outcome of assessments conducted.
• Ensure that all direct care staff are trained and knowledgeable about individual BSPs.
• Act as an integral part of the individual’s clinical treatment team and ensure continuity of care and clinical services.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments which may include FBA, FAST, and/or MAS.
• Create and monitor implementation of BSPs under the supervision of the BCBA and in accordance with all regulatory and company standards.
• Provide ongoing support and training to Direct Support Professionals with regards to individual BSPs, levels of clinical supervision required, and additional clinical interventions/services required.
• Provide crisis intervention to individuals served.
• Participation in all company councils as assigned.
• Ensure that all applicable local, state, federal, and licensing regulations and internal policies are followed.
• Maintain individual files and act as clinical liaison for assigned cases.
• Collaborate with treatment team to ensure completion of individual treatment plans in compliance with all regulatory and company regulations.
• Rotate 24-hour on-call with clinical team members.
• Performs all duties within HIPAA regulations.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of individual visits.
• Must successfully complete all required trainings identified in RHA-Broadway’s specific training curriculum prior to the start date in the program and within six months according to RHA-Broadway’s training policies.
• Ensure the integration and implementation of all RHA-Broadway’s procedures, state specific regulatory requirements, contract stipulations and accreditation standards, including but not limited to: Knowledge that abuse (physical, sexual, verbal/psychological), neglect, exploitation and misappropriation and other code of ethics violations are against the law and company code of conduct. The team member must be able to implement all facets of the company’s Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and Misappropriation policy, including the responsibility of being a mandatory reporter. Per state requirements and company policy, team members will report immediately to the state licenser, appropriate company personnel and external contacts, and they will fully participate in all stages of an investigation pertaining to suspected abuse by team members, parents and others. Additionally, the team member must comply with any external (County, State or Federal) investigation or inspection. Team Members NJ are required to contact state reporting agencies immediately; Knowledge of all individual rights and the ability to identify, intervene and report appropriately when observing a violation; Knowledge of the confidentiality policy and HIPAA laws, and always apply the practices governing those policies and legislation; Knowledge of the subsidiary-implemented crisis intervention programs and be able to implement all protocols as identified in the individual’s treatment plan; Knowledge of all company transportation procedures and operates all personal and company vehicles in accordance with those policies; Knowledge of all company crisis/emergency plans and applies that knowledge during each test drill and actual crisis situation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program : to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level