Educational Behavioral Consultant

University of Rochester•Goodwell, OK

1d•$48,400 - $67,800•Onsite

About The Position

The CCP Consultant implements educational and behavioral consultative services in outpatient and community settings associated with the medical center. Services may be provided as part of clinical service, research, consultation, or education. The role delivers outpatient services that require travel to districts or agencies across the region and serves patients across the life course, primarily children and adolescents, with possible adult services. The consultant trains URMC and community-based staff and caregivers on interventions and upholds ethical standards in accordance with their field of practice and/or governing agency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A professional license or education credentials meeting national standards upon hire.
Commitment to uphold ethical standards according to the candidate's field of practice and/or governing agency.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, education, or a related field.
At least 3 years’ experience working with individuals with autism and related disorders or developmental disabilities with comorbid mental health needs across community, school, or other clinical settings.
Experience working in schools and/or with school teams.
Ability to work effectively with key stakeholders across hospital and community settings.
Flexibility and comfort adapting to a fast-paced, constantly evolving practice.
Willingness to travel to schools and/or agencies across the region.
Ability to work with individuals with varying levels of need and complexity.
Comfort working with pilot and novel programs to create integrated service models.
Commitment to equity and inclusion.
NYS Teaching Certification, NY School Psychologist certification, Speech Pathologist credential, or another licensed mental health worker credential; similar combinations of credentials and experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform complex functional behavioral assessments, functional analyses, skill assessments, and/or educational assessments in collaboration with staff, individuals, and families to achieve positive outcomes and improve quality of life.
Develop function-based behavioral interventions, training models, and teaching programs, including instructional and behavior-reduction strategies, safety plans, and transition plans.
Coordinate training for individuals, families, and staff in settings that may include milieu, home, foster home, educational, medical, clinic, and community environments; training may include peer supervision and consultation.
Assess successful completion of behavior and/or training plans and terminate participation accordingly.
Coordinate with primary care physicians, school teams, and community agencies to support continuity of care.
Develop, maintain, and update behavior and/or training plans in compliance with program, department, and hospital regulations.
Meet the minimum productivity target set by the service director.
Act as the primary contact for behavior and/or teaching plans and collaborate with referral sources and other internal and external professionals throughout plan implementation.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with schools, community and health care agencies, and Medical Center and University professional and administrative staff; may serve on agency and community committees.
Contribute to DBP-related community requests and programs by developing and delivering educational presentations on behavioral strategies and systemic approaches to supporting behavior.
Provide ongoing technical assistance on behavioral supports to agencies, school districts, and community groups.
Develop toolkits and other materials on behavioral supports for individuals with ASD for distribution throughout the hospital and to community members.
Perform other duties as assigned.