Therapeutic Behavioral Service Specialist

SUMMARY:

The Therapeutic Behavioral Service (TBS) Specialist, under the administrative/clinical supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, provides one-on-one support and behavioral interventions to children and adolescents, their families, and/or significant others as needed.  Working closely with the client, their family and the treatment team, the TBS Specialist helps clients learn and apply positive coping strategies to reduce behaviors that place them at risk of a higher level of care.  The TBS Specialist is expected to meet the program’s productivity target for billable services each week.  Services take place in the home and in the community.  May require evening availability depending on client needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide Therapeutic Behavioral Services for clients, their families, and/or significant others as needed.
• Develop/review client’s treatment plan.
• Recognize the significance of the parent and/or caregiver in the client’s life and demonstrate the skills to engage the client, primary family, and other supportive adults in the treatment planning process.
• Implement individualized behavioral interventions as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Provide in-home, school-based, or community-based support to clients.
• Collaborate with clinicians, caregivers, school staff, and other service providers.
• Teach clients coping skills, communication skills, and problem-solving strategies.
• Monitor and document client progress through detailed progress notes.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Attend treatment team meetings and provide input on client goals and progress.
• Support caregivers in understanding and applying behavioral strategies.
• Ensure services are provided in accordance with Medicaid, state and agency guidelines.
• Always maintain client confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Work a flexible workweek which can include evenings and/or weekends.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Maintain awareness of industry trends and professional knowledge by attending agency training, maintaining continuing education standards and reviewing professional publications.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training as required
• Maintain trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards
• Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment.  All client-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensure: N/A
• Competencies/Skills:
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Independent Judgment: Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
  • Core Expertise: Possesses skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
  • Cultural Competency: Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Communicates clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
  • Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adheres to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork: Functions effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
  • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Recognizes problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
  • Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate competence in utilizing Agency computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions
• Experience:  Experience working with children, adolescents, and their families required.
• Other: A valid driver’s license, vehicle, and auto insurance coverage. A driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency’s insurance company.

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Applewood Centers, Inc. (“Applewood”) is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment. Applewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applewood’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applewood also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.