In-Home Behavioral Therapist

Brien Center for Mental Health•Pittsfield, MA

About The Position

Delivers behavioral assessments, develops highly specific behavioral treatment plans, and supervises and coordinates interventions and training for youth and families that meet medical necessity. Services are provided in homes and throughout the community in Berkshire County.

Requirements

Master's degree in a mental health-related field, such as social work, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, nursing, autism, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), or special education.
Must meet at least one of the following qualifications: Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); currently enrolled in a behavior analyst training program and eligible for certification within nine months; licensed psychologist with experience conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and developing, implementing, and evaluating behavior intervention strategies; master's-level mental health practitioner working under the supervision of a BCBA; or master's-level mental health practitioner with relevant training and at least two years of experience in the listed areas.
For the master's-level practitioner pathway requiring two years of experience: experience conducting FBAs for youth with significant emotional and behavioral needs.
For the master's-level practitioner pathway requiring two years of experience: experience developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized behavior plans.
For the master's-level practitioner pathway requiring two years of experience: experience using data to monitor progress and modify interventions as needed.
For the master's-level practitioner pathway requiring two years of experience: experience collaborating with families, caregivers, and staff to implement positive behavior support (PBS) and ABA strategies in home and community settings.

Responsibilities

Adhere to applicable state and federal regulations and ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures, the code of conduct, and regulatory requirements.
Complete diagnostic mental health and substance use assessments and provide treatment on an outreach basis.
Maintain client records and complete required paperwork within the timeframes specified in performance specifications and Brien policy.
Coordinate and communicate with collateral agents.
Consult with community agencies on mental health and substance use issues upon request.
Complete and oversee comprehensive behavioral assessments in collaboration with the treatment team.
Complete a behavioral action plan in collaboration with the family.
Complete a risk management and safety plan with each family.
Model for families how to implement strategies identified in the behavioral plan.
Perform additional duties as directed by management.
Maintain the required productivity level.
Participate in regularly scheduled supervision.
Guide bachelor's-level staff and/or graduate or undergraduate students in delivering targeted treatment interventions.
Attend and complete required meetings and agency trainings.
Collaborate with the behavior monitor and other members of the client's team to ensure a shared understanding of treatment goals.