Qualified Crisis Behavior Professional (Behavior Professional – Portland Area)

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

8d • $5,712 - $7,964 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Human Services is seeking a Qualified Crisis Behavior Professional to join the Stabilization and Crisis Unit (SACU) in the Portland Area. SACU provides 24-hour residential care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, often with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, whose support needs exceed those offered by other community-based programs. The role involves developing and supporting individuals in safely transitioning back to their home community. SACU staff provide assistance with health and medical supports, psychological services, emotional and behavioral support, educational supports, life skills training, recreational opportunities, and community integration. The unit is dedicated to supporting the quality of life, independence, and social opportunities for individuals served. SACU operates 17 residential group homes along the I-5 corridor from Portland to Eugene.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
• Possess a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) graduate level certification in behavior analysis AND one year of experience using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Possess a Master of Arts or Master of Science in psychology, sociology, human services, education, social work, or other social or behavioral sciences, or the equivalent, AND one year of experience using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities or other related conditions.
• Possess a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in psychology, sociology, human services, education, social work, social sciences, behavioral sciences, or the equivalent as evidenced by transcripts indicating a minimum of six courses in these fields, AND two years of experience using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other related conditions.
• A minimum of six years of experience providing professional behavior services using positive behavior support services with individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities prior to January 1, 2023.
• Experience working in-person with individuals who regularly exhibit challenging behavior, including significant emotional and/or physical behaviors towards themselves or others.
• Experience working independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience reading and writing complex support documents rapidly.
• Experience meeting a variety of deadlines, some of which may have short timeframes for completion.
• Experience working with data-collection programs, such as Therap, or other similar types of computer programs.
• Experience performing in-person training on behavior supports to a diverse work group.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with some nights and weekends monthly.
• Frequent daily lifting up to 75 pounds involving transferring, positioning and moving individuals and/or moving program supplies.
• Must be able to engage and maintain Oregon Invention System (OIS) approved restraints for one (1) hour or less.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and maintain the Positive Behavior Support plan and functional behavior assessment as a part of the Individual Support Plan in a 24-hour residential group home setting for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Collect data on behavior supports in an evidenced based manner and use data to inform changes and revisions.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• This position is part of the Police and Fire pension plan, which allows you to retire with full benefits after 25 years of service.
• A variety of resources and benefits are offered through the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.

What This Job Offers

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