Overview
To provide services designed to maximize the intellectual, social, and emotional development and functioning of individuals receiving services under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Behavioral Health Services/Senior Behavior Intervention Specialist, Director of Behavioral Health Services, and Ph.D. licensed psychologist. Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement in every interaction. Provide ongoing support to people in becoming active participants in every aspect of their lives and to ensure that a high quality of life is maintained.
Values and Embraces Diversity in backgrounds and experiences for every person in every community. Strive to create an open, inclusive environment in which every employee has the opportunity to flourish.
Demonstrates a commitment to understanding cultural differences and supports a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities
Practice and promote Citizens mission statement in every interaction. Through family and community engagement, Citizens supports people to live the life they choose.
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop behavioral treatment programs based on assessment findings. Establish proactive intervention strategies and provide staff with consistent approaches to address behavioral needs.
Review cases on an ongoing basis to evaluate progress and modify services, interventions, and treatment plans as needed.
Provide direct and off-site clinical interventions as required.
Promote active treatment by supporting individuals in becoming active participants in all aspects of their lives while maintaining and enhancing their overall quality of life.
Conduct diagnostic evaluations, including assessments of intellectual functioning, adaptive behavior, emotional functioning, mental status, and behavioral needs.
Provide training and ongoing consultation to staff regarding behavior modification principles, positive behavior supports, and intervention strategies.
Attend psychiatric appointments and maintain regular communication with all relevant stakeholders, including clinical teams, management, direct support staff, day habilitation programs, outside specialists, and family members.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and treatment planning sessions.
Maintain clinical documentation, complete required reports, and conduct periodic reviews in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.
Participate in regular supervision with the Assistant Director of Behavioral Health and/or Senior Behavior Intervention Specialist.
Provide crisis intervention services and behavioral support during emergency situations.
Deliver agency-wide training, including New Hire Orientation, Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), SCIP-R, and other topics as assigned. Maintain required certifications and instructor credentials as outlined by agency policy.
Report and document any incidents, concerns, or conditions that may affect the health, safety, or well-being of individuals receiving services.
Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities by reporting suspected abuse or neglect to the Justice Center and adhering to all agency incident reporting policies and procedures.
Comply with all Federal and New York State regulations, agency policies and procedures, employee handbook requirements, and mandatory training obligations.
Maintain reliable attendance, report to work as scheduled, and follow agency procedures regarding absences to ensure continuity of services.
Successfully complete and maintain all required annual trainings, certifications, and position-specific professional development requirements.
Perform additional job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
This position requires regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services and, therefore, is subject to successful completion of fingerprint/criminal background check.
Qualifications
Must have Master’s degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology. Some experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.