Qualified Behavioral Health Provider (QBHP)

Benchmark Human Services-AR•Van buren, AR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services, a national leader in behavioral health and IDD services, is seeking a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider (QBHP) for a community-based crisis response project in Arkansas. This role focuses on serving individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) who are in crisis or at high risk of disruptions in placement. The QBHP will work within Summit Community Care’s provider network, providing coaching and training to agency staff, such as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), on skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans. This is a full-time position involving a combination of remote and in-person interventions, requiring travel to areas like Northwest Arkansas (Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale, etc.), Fort Smith, and Harrison. Benchmark is committed to empowering marginalized populations and fostering a diverse and equitable workplace where employees can be their authentic selves.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Successfully complete a criminal background registry check at time of application
If not currently certified as a QBHP, complete QBHP certification as required by the state of Arkansas.
Pass any QBHP competency assessments required by the state and clinical supervisor.
Pay QBHP application fee and renewal fees.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in human services preferred (social work, psychology, special education, or related field)
1 year experience working in mental/behavioral health preferred
Experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide face-to-face or virtual coaching and training with DSP staff of participating IDD/BH providers.
Assist agency staff with development, implementation, and monitoring of Clinical Treatment Plans (or equivalent behavior support plan) including coaching on skill development, data collection, and fidelity checks.
Work with DSPs and their supervisors to ensure all materials/supplies needed for implementation of treatment plans are available.
Present graphical summary of effectiveness of Treatment to other DSPs at staff or consultation meetings.
Model positive behavioral supports and respond to emergency situations as trained.
Assist with Functional Behavior Assessment or other clinical assessment as assigned by the clinical supervisor.
Participate during provider wraparound or consultation meetings by reporting assessment results and offering rationale for best practice recommendations in areas of expertise.
Provide crisis de-escalation support to teams as required.