Behavior Intervention Specialist | Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, and The Bronx

Title: Behavior Intervention Specialist

Location: Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island and The Bronx

Compensation: $60,000- $62,000- Dental, Vision, Medical, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 11 paid holidays + your birthday! & much more!

Education: Masters Degree (Required) A national board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA) a PLUS!

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide behavior support planning to assigned individuals and staff at IRI.

2. Develop, evaluate, and revise behavioral treatment plans at least in a semi manual basis as well as on as needed basis while working under the general supervision of an experienced PhD psychologist and Director of Clinical Services and Data Analytics

3. Train staff on implementation of all prescribed behavior supports and individualized protocols reviewed and approved by the agency’s Licensed Psychologist. Trainings include but are not limited to: Positive Behavior Support, Functional Communication, data collection, etc.

4. Consult with other professionals regarding the individual’s behavioral and psychosocial status.

5. Maintain all required documentation in accordance with agency policies and governing regulatory standards.

6. Prepare, monitor and revise – as necessary – behavior treatment plans, psychosocial assessment for individuals and present at their annual reviews.

7. Participate in all interdisciplinary team meetings as needed, including intake screenings.

8. Consult with family members, programs, and treating clinicians to review status and recommendations for each individual.

9. Participate in all agency-wide committees as assigned.

10. Visit individuals at each assigned residence in accordance with a regular schedule.

11. Report all incidents to their immediate supervisor.

12. Uphold and maintain professional ethics and behavior.

13. Conduct data analysis of all behavior data

14. Conduct socialization, psychosocial and advocacy groups to address self-regulation challenges, over eating and diet planning, and relationship development

15. Provide situational counseling and individual counseling to individuals and families in crisis

16. Interface with attending psychiatrist or prescribers in matters dealing with mental health, behavioral health and psychosocial adjustment

17. Participate in screening of individuals with IDD and prepare appropriate clinical reports

18. Chair all ITT and special meeting circle of support meeting dealing with with mental health, behavioral health and psychosocial adjustment

19. Ensure the quality of behavioral and program documentation for the purpose of billing and claiming

20. Advocate on behalf of the people IRI supports

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Behavior Intervention Specialist