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People Inc

BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

People Inc, Buffalo

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Hourly Pay Rate: $32.00Serves as a primary point of contact for program needs in need of behavioral health consultation Completes behavioral assessments, related Behavior Support Plans, and other behavioral interventions as needed. Provides training, modeling, and coaching to stakeholders in the implementation of behavioral interventions. Monitors & measures outcomes of interventions both new and existing, and revises/implements planning, data collection and training approaches as needed to facilitate positive outcomes.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:Collaboration with treatment/support teams and stakeholders to maximize multi-disciplinary & person-centered approaches, and positive outcomes.Devises behavioral tracking / outcome measures to illustrate the impact of interventions. Revises MMP/BSP and training approaches as needed to improve outcomes, including annotations and addendums as communicated by program team.Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments, and other assessments as needed to inform Behavior Support Plan and/or services developmentDevelops and/or revises Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) or provides alternate clinical recommendations per assessment findingsCompletes semi-annual review of data for existing planning of individuals assigned.Completes monthly review of available data for individuals assigned. Communicates any concerns to program team for follow up.Training, modeling, and coaching of stakeholders in the implementation of BSPsMaintains clinical record and documentationMeets quality and productivity standards as assignedActive participation in agency committees and initiatives as assignedComplies with all agency policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree in social work, a clinical or treatment field of psychology, applied psychology, or school psychology; ORA 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; ORA New York State license in mental health counseling;Valid New York State Drivers License that meets agency policyAbility to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing.Lifting requirement of 35 lbs.Ability to move, reposition and place individuals in pieces of equipment.Physical agility and ability to react to emergency situations, including maintaining Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) and/or PROMOTE Curriculum certification as per OPWDD regulationsCPR certificationWhy People Inc.?When you join the People Inc. team, you can make a difference in the lives of people receiving services while also receiving outstanding benefits (generous PTO, PTO buyback, affordable insurances, tuition reimbursement, career mentoring, shift incentives, on-demand pay access and more), consistent schedules and the opportunity to help others move closer to their life goals and dreams. People Inc. is the regions most experienced provider of programs for people with developmental disabilities and other special needs. We understand that working one-on-one with people who have disabilities and helping them in all aspects of daily life takes someone who's dedicated, caring and compassionate - that's how we treat our employees.#BIS Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.