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, Job Description
AHRC NYC is looking to hire a Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) for their Manhattan Adult Day Services program. The annual salary for this position is between $53-$68k. The BIS provides behavior support services, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment services as a member of departmental or inter-departmental interdisciplinary teams.
Essential Responsibilities
After completion of Functional Assessment, develops individualized behavior support plans and staff intervention plans following required format for content and quality.
Implements and monitors effective behavioral data tracking systems.
Completes additional behavior health related plans and documents as needed.
Provides training to staff on behavior treatment plans, and on topics/plans related to behavioral health.
Completes assessment and Psychological Evaluations as needed.
Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed.
Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families, medical providers, residential settings or other relevant stakeholders in the individual’s service provision.
Provides crisis intervention, as well as instructs staff in appropriate techniques for addressing challenging behaviors.
Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate, providing input particularly on individuals with identified or emerging behavioral challenges.
Accurately and timely maintains appropriate service records for individuals supported to ensure quality intervention and regulatory compliance.
Performs all duties necessary to ensure compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping.
Conducts other related tasks as needed or required.
, Qualifications
Master’s degree in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, along with documented training in assessment techniques and behavioral support plan development, required.
At least 2years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities (including creating, implementing and monitoring behavioral support plans) and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavioral support plans necessary.
Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated effectiveness in overseeing administrative tasks related to regulatory mandates and program service operations.
Proven capacity to work productively in highly collaborative settings and to coordinate needs of multiple stakeholders.
Flexibility to operate in a rapidly-changing work environment, with ability to adapt and be sensitive to organizational culture.
Committed and collegial team worker.
Demonstrable passion for the agency’s mission.
Additional Information
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
Paid Training
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral program
403(b) retirement plan
403(b) company match
Life insurance
Employee discount
Health savings account
AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
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