Requirements:
- Master’s degree in a clinical and/or treatment field of psychology and documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support development, and at least five (5) years’ experience working directly with IDD individuals. (BCBA certification a plus.)
- Ability to travel to and access multiple locations throughout the metropolitan area and work flexible hours and/or days, including possible overnight and weekend hours on rare occasions.
- Providing on-call behavioral service coverage via cell phone. Weekend/holiday coverage rotates throughout the behavioral service department.
Job Brief
Works in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to assure that the mental health and behavioral needs of the individuals we serve. Responsible for functional behavioral assessments and behavior support plans.
Shift Worked:
Day
Weekly Hours:
37.5
FLSA Status:
Exempt
When you dedicate yourself to helping others there’s a feeling of satisfaction that goes beyond the usual. You’re there for them, making their lives as productive as possible, and the benefits you gain are as rewarding as can be. Come make a difference at Constructive Partnerships Unlimited Hudson Valley Division.
CP Unlimited is seeking a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to ensure that the mental health and behavioral needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are attending our program are met.
Key responsibilities of this full-time position include:
- Developing functional behavioral assessments and support plans using baseline data and ongoing proactive and reactive data
- Providing individual and group counseling
- Presenting psychotropic medications and restrictive behavior support plans to the Human Rights Committee
- Training multi-level staff in the implementation and monitoring of behavior support plans
- Providing referrals for psychiatric care, psychological evaluations and counseling services
- Acting as a liaison for mental health services/behavioral problems between and among IDT members, clinics, psychiatrists, hospitals day programs, families, and concerned others
- Participating in meetings related to ISP, Day Programs, Departmental, Psychotropic Medication Regimen Review, Supervision and Special Team meetings
- Maintaining current certification and becoming a certified trainer in SCIP or PROMOTE
CP Unlimited offers a competitive salary and an enviable list of comprehensive benefits which includes vacation, personal and holiday days, medical, dental, life insurance, and 403(b) pension.
CP Unlimited invests in its staff over the long term and strives to provide opportunities for professional growth within the agency. The organization always has an eye to the future, exploring ways to improve and expand its services.
CP Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,400.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Ability to Commute:
- Fishkill, NY 12524 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fishkill, NY 12524: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
