Job description

AHRC Suffolk is a non-profit agency that is dedicated to applying its resources toward improving the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The agency provides opportunities for attaining the highest level of personal growth and development through coordinated and individualized services.

• Visit us at https://www.ahrcsuffolk.org/to learn more!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) is responsible for utilizing evidence-based positive behavioral support to enrich the lives of people by creating healthy and safe environments. Through teaching/modeling, BIS’ will empower and train staff in creating meaningful opportunities to: enhance people’s dignity, assist with decision-making skills, teach prosocial replacement skills, and model/reinforce coping skills to reduce interfering behaviors.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Develops and implements Behavior Support Plans in conjunction with input from the Program Planning Team.
• Develops and implement Restrictive Behavior Support Plans under the supervision of a Licensed Psychologist.
• Assesses and maintains behavioral data.
• Completes and maintains paperwork in an efficient and timely manner.
• Maintains regular supervision with Assistant Directors of Behavioral Health Services.
• On a regular basis, meets with direct care staff to review behavioral health supports, including training and implementation of the plan and data collection.
• Acts as a mentor to supporting staff and provides ongoing observations, modeling, and training in areas of behavioral health support.
• Confers with supervisor to review cases and receive assignments.
• As required and with specific training, assists with crisis intervention.
• Attends Psychiatric appointments as needed.
• Participates at screening/intake meetings for program and residential vacancies.
• As required, presents Restrictive Behavior Support Plans with required consent to the Human Rights Committee for approval.
• Provides clinical support to other programs and sites as needed.
• Assists other Behavior Intervention Specialists as needed.
• Performs various Psychological Assessments.
• Reports and documents any events/activities that may hinder the health, safety and well-being of people (i.e., allegations of abuse, injuries, broken equipment, etc.).
• As required, performs interview/assessments to assist in the investigative process for incident management.
• Reports to the Justice Center as a mandated reporter if there is reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect. Additionally, must follow all agency incident policy and procedures.
• Adheres to Federal and New York State regulations, agency policy and procedures, the employee handbook and agency and program training requirements.
• Maintains current knowledge in the field by obtaining ongoing professional development.
• Functions as a member of the Program Planning Team and as needed, attends annual, semi-annual and team meetings.
• Immediately contacts nursing in case of injury, seizure or changes in a person’s medical condition.
• As required and with specialized training, drives agency vehicle and may use own vehicle on agency business.
• Maintains First Aid, CPR and SCIP- R certification in addition to other required agency trainings.
• AHRC Suffolk recognizes the importance of professional development in providing exceptional clinical services. Employees who meet agency requirements may be eligible to receive on-site licensure supervision.

AHRC Suffolk is currently hiring clinicians in our Day Program setting for a 35 hour Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) position. We offer a competitive salary based on years of BIS experience and credentials. Current salary for Master Level clinicians ranges from $52,700-$63,200. This clinician will report to the Assistant Director of the Behavioral Health Services Department.

Let talk! For immediate consideration, Call Summer at 631-585-0100 ext. 522, OR email sbartnick@suffahrc.org

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or social work required. Must be currently enrolled in OR enroll within the first 6 months of hire in one of the following Master's level programs: Psychology, BCBA, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling.

OR

• Must have a Master’s Degree in a clinical or treatment field in Psychology, Social Work, School Psychology, or Applied Psychology as it relates to human development and clinical interventions

OR

• Must have a national Board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA) and a Master’s degree in behavior analysis or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology that is approved by OPWDD

OR

• Must have a NYS license in Mental Health Counseling.

*All hires must possess a valid NYS Driver’s License at the time of hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,700.00 - $63,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Westhampton Beach, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever worked with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• NYS Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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