Licensed Behavior Specialist

Chimes • Wyomissing, PA

34d • $32

About The Position

It is the responsibility of the Licensed Behavior Specialist to
develop and oversee the implementation of formal behavior management plans,
conduct functional behavioral assessments, and provide behavioral consultation
for IBHS clients as supervised by the Clinical Coordinator.

Requirements

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, education, or counseling from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation or an equivalent degree from a foreign college or university that has been evaluated by the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
• One year of full-time experience in providing mental health services to children, youth, or young adults
• MSW, BSL, or LPC required
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history
• Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Responsibilities

• Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy/procedures
• Report to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor
• Complete 16 hours of Department of Human Services-approved training yearly
• Complete all additional required pieces of training as per Professional Development Plan
• Submit to Human Resources on time copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and training
• Provide clinical, mobile service delivery as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards
• Collect outcome data (i.e., CBCL or ATEC) for all clients at times of service re-authorization
• Provide quality mobile services based on established best practice principles of care
• Maintain quality documentation of clinical service delivery
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, payers, and community support service representatives
• Provide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, promptly
• Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation
• Conduct assessments of all new IBHS clients on his/her caseload
• Develop and oversee of implementation of behavior management plans
• Provide crisis assessment and behavioral stabilization services as necessary
• Provide case consultation to BHTs providing services on all shared cases and for other staff as required by the Coordinator
• Provide clinical consultation to parents, extended family, teachers, and other adult caregivers regarding prescribed behavioral interventions
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
• Provide complete, accurate information regarding the frequency, intensity, and duration of both target behaviors and suggested replacement behaviors
• Participate in 1 hour of individual face-to-face supervision monthly, as well as all applicable program staff meetings.  If BC supervises BHT, must participate in an additional 1 hour of supervision that month

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”

What This Job Offers

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