Behavior Intervention Specialist - Enhanced Step-Down Program

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence•Watertown, NY

About The Position

Complete functional behavior assessments, develop behavior intervention plans, and deliver services for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health diagnosis in the Enhanced Step-Down Program. Work in conjunction with the CTI (Critical Time Intervention) and TRS (Transitional Residential Setting) teams to create wrap around support for so participants can acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to successfully live independently in the community and effectively utilize community supports.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Behavior Analysis, mental health counselor, or closely related field.
Training and/or or experience developing functional behavior assessments, and behavior support programs.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Excellent oral and written skills
Ability to effectively communicate with various socio-economic and culturally diverse backgrounds
Good organizational and time management skills
Understand and embrace person-centered services
Computer literacy

Nice To Haves

At least one year working with developmentally disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

Possess a strong understanding of behavioral functions, replacement behaviors. and proactive, person-centered strategies.
Utilize person-centered strength-based approach to challenging behaviors.
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments.
Develop, implement, and monitor behavior support plans.
Provide oversight of psychiatric medications, providing written reports to the treating psychiatrist.
Work collaboratively with the CTI/TRS team to complete initial assessments to determine program eligibility.
Support client to access and effectively utilize community resources, including facilitating and attending meetings.
Advocate for clients, working to reduce barriers to services and increase access to resources.
Monitor client progress and outcomes and adjust plans as needed to support successful transitions to permanent housing and stabilization of mental health.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, data, and documentation in accordance with organizational policies and funding requirements.
Deliver personalized, culturally competent, and trauma-informed care to all program recipients.
Participate in weekly CTI team meetings.
Assist in training Direct Support Professionals in consistently implementing behavior support plans, intervention strategies, and other topics related to mental health.
Any other duties as assigned by the CTI Team lead and/or Director of OMH services.