Bilingual Behavior Therapist

Sevita • Lawrence, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Management Therapist provides In-Home Behavioral Services to youth and families in an assigned catchment area, following the In-Home Behavioral Services Performance Specifications. The role conducts functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) for youth whose challenging behaviors interfere with daily functioning across environments, and designs and implements individualized, strengths-based behavior plans. The therapist works closely with a Behavior Management Specialist to carry out treatment plans and contributes to training and oversight for Family Service Providers.

The position also involves participating in care planning, providing outreach counseling when needed, coordinating with families and outside professionals, supporting referrals, and maintaining timely, compliant documentation. The therapist responds to client emergencies as needed and follows applicable clinical, confidentiality, billing, and administrative requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, during daytime and after-school hours. Spanish bilingual ability is a plus.

Requirements

• Master's-level mental health practitioner with relevant behavioral training and two years of experience in the listed essential functions; or one of the stated alternative qualifications.
• Alternative qualification: master's-level practitioner and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Alternative qualification: enrolled in a behavior analyst training program and eligible for certification within nine months.
• Alternative qualification: master's-level mental health practitioner working under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Alternative qualification: psychologist licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Psychology, with experience performing functional behavioral assessments and implementing and evaluating intervention strategies.
• PC literate.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide In-Home Behavioral Services to identified youth and families within the assigned catchment area.
• Conduct functional behavioral assessments of youth.
• Develop individualized, strengths-based behavior management plans.
• Participate in Care Planning Teams for identified youth and families.
• Provide outreach counseling to individuals, groups, families, and couples as necessary.
• Consult with outside agencies, referral sources, and other professionals as necessary.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and consultations as required.
• Follow Medical Necessity Criteria, Performance Specifications, and Service Definitions for In-Home Behavioral Services.
• Meet direct-service requirements based on designated part-time or full-time status.
• Support the In-Home Behavioral Services referral process and contact families according to state-mandated benchmarks.
• Assist with developing and providing supervision training programs for Family Service Providers.
• Submit timely documentation that meets state Performance Specifications.
• Build relationships with community providers and increase awareness of CBHI services.
• Participate in Systems of Care and other CBHI-related meetings as assigned.
• Follow company policies, administrative directives, therapy guidelines, codes of conduct, and office procedures.
• Respond to client emergencies as needed, particularly those covered by In-Home Behavioral Services Performance Specifications.
• Check voicemail and email daily, maintain contact with the site, and keep the supervisor informed of case progress.
• Comply with mandated reporter requirements under M.G.L. Chapter 119, Section 51A, report occurrences immediately to the clinic, and complete crisis reporting protocols as required.
• Follow clinical recommendations from clinical administration.
• Maintain confidentiality in clinical matters and comply with HIPAA standards and regulations.
• Comply with billing, documentation, and minimum service-delivery requirements necessary to substantiate each billable unit.
• Work closely with the Behavior Management Specialist to carry forward treatment plans.
• Contribute to the ongoing training and oversight of Family Service Providers.

Benefits

• Free supervision toward licensure.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Monthly productivity bonus opportunity.
• Full compensation and benefits package for employees working 32 or more hours per week.
• Nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
• $6,000 new-hire bonus.

What This Job Offers

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