BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST

2 weeks ago


NY United States Life's WORC Full time
Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates behavioral data for target maladaptive behavior for the purpose of development and implementation of a formal Behavioral Support Plan for assigned caseload in Residential and Day Habilitation
  • Analyzes potential existing functions of maladaptive behavior utilizing baseline procedures
  • Conducts direct observations of behaviors, interacts with team members, outside service provides and parents/advocate of the person supported
  • Implements behavioral planning by providing training of employees, on all formal Behavior Support Plans, Monitoring plan and Data collection
  • Supervises BIS consultants
  • Participates in staff meetings, HRC/IRC, and Life plan meetings
  • Conducts clinical internal audits and submit findings to the Director of Psychology
  • Facilitates Clinical and IDT meetings
  • Advocates and interacts with psychiatric, psychotherapy and psycho-sexual services when necessary
  • Participates in agency's development as assigned by Director of Psychology(e.g. screening, develop preliminary plan)
  • Travels to different locations throughout NYC and Long Island is required
  • The position requires answering calls after hours.

Qualifications & Work Experience

  • Master's degree in Psychology (BCBA preferred) or related field of study
  • Valid NYS or out of state driver's license is required to conduct site visits to multiple sites/Residences
  • 1-3 years of OPWDD clinical experience preferred
  • Attains and maintains SCIP-R Certification
  • Maintains a cooperative relationship among teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport & participating in team problem-solving methods
  • In-depth knowledge of OPWDD services, regulations and best practices required
  • Excellent communication, verbal, written and people skills are required

About Life's WORC: For over 50 years, Life's WORC has provided high quality services and support to people with intellectual disabilities and autism in Queens, Manhattan, Nassau and Suffolk counties. Today, we support more than 2,000 people across our residential locations and community programs. We offer our employees excellent, affordable benefits, paid training and opportunities for advancement.

Life's WORC is committed to hiring diverse talent & creating a culture of equity. We are an EEO Employer.

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