Behavior Specialist II

General Information:

Compensation We Offer  
The initial compensation for this position ranges from $21.86 - $27.69  er hour; depending on experience, location, and internal equity considerations.  
8% License Differential for LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PsyD. and select Peer Certifications.** 
7.5% Bilingual Differential for qualified positions** 
 
Benefits We Offer  
Benefits Eligibility starts on day ONE 
We provide a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, See our Benefits Page HERE. 
401K Employer Match up to 4% 
Competitive Time Off Plans 
Must meet eligibility requirements based on employment status 

Overview:

Under direct supervision, is responsible for developing and implementing positive behavior supports and intervention strategies at an advanced level to address significant behavioral problems for children and their families/caregivers in a variety of environments. This position works collaboratively with others on the clinical team. Works independently in the family's home or a variety of community and/or treatment settings. This position works directly with youth and adults.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates mastery of the Behavior Specialist I position.
• Engages and supervises individuals and groups of youth at an advanced level.
• Creates, develops, and implements functionally relevant strategies that build on strengths and supports new interests.
• Acquires, monitors and evaluates information to provide effective feedback to family teams regarding function of behavior and relevant interventions as well as coaching and development of implementation modifications as necessary.
• Supports caregivers, child, and natural supports to identify, learn, and access self care strategies as well as skills associated with the implementation of environmental accommodations and behavior management techniques.
• Provides leadership to develop program responses to needs identified across a number of children and families where natural community resources are not available or appropriate.
• Assumes leadership and increases participation of others in of work groups, committees, and team meetings.
• Takes initiative to identify and resolve conflicts and recognizes strength in the diversity of families and teams.
• Initiates, organizes and facilitates projects and activities as well as models effective prioritization of work tasks.
• Performs other responsibilities, as assigned, to support department and business needs.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• High School Diploma or GED and two (2) or more years of relevant experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience (two years of relevant experience equals one year of education) to include;
• Experience in school-based, residential, or community mental health settings .
• Certification in CPI, PCM, or other crisis intervention models or willingness to obtain.