What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Modification Specialist position at Familylinks?
The Behavior Modification Specialist specializes in treating youth and young adults with complex trauma histories and provides individual treatment in a residential setting. Services can include individual and/or group therapy to promote social emotional development, healthy relationships, managing life stressors, etc.
About Familylinks:
For over six decades, Familylinks has served the diverse communities of Western Pennsylvania. Last year alone, we supported over 11,000 people of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs. Our mission is to positively impact lives through integrated community, behavioral, and social programs. We seek dedicated and passionate individuals to help us continue making a difference. Familylinks offers family-centered services in Behavioral Health, Service Coordination, Youth and Family, and Aging Services.
What perks does Familylinks offer?
- Opportunity for low to no cost medical insurance
- Free Dental/Vision Insurance
- Generous PTO
- Paid Holidays, Clearances, and Training
- Employee Recognition Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement and Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness
- Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Complete intake assessments, individualized treatment planning and ongoing clinical assessment to evaluate progress and other treatment needs.
- Provide individual and group therapy sessions utilizing trauma-informed skills and interventions.
- Complete timely documentation of case records per licensing regulation.
- Communicate, collaborate and meet with staff, families, external agencies and/or others (Director, PCP, Psychiatrist, etc.) as necessary to support services to individuals served.
- Utilize crisis intervention techniques to assist residents in de-escalation.
- Participate as an active member of the program's crisis response team, as assigned.
- Establish and work closely with community and referral sources.
- Present case histories, interventions and recommendations in supervision.
- Participate in professional development through individual supervision, staff meetings, in-service trainings, conferences and workshops.
- Must maintain professional certification(s) and/or licensing.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the dynamics of persons and/or families living with mental health and substance use.
- Understanding of therapeutic interventions and resources for complex trauma, substance use and mental health
- Have an understanding adolescent growth and development.
Requirements
- Master's degree or higher from an accredited college with a major in psychology, social work, counseling with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience working directly working with individuals with complex trauma, co-occurring mental health and substance use.
- Work with youth, adolescents and families strongly preferred.
- Certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and/or DBT is strongly preferred.
- A valid driver's license along with access to a reliable vehicle.
- Working knowledge of HIPAA, privacy laws and regulations.
- Strong knowledge of DSM 5- TR.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Possess and communicate a passion for Familylinks mission, vision and values.
- Remain well-informed with MCO, County, State, and Federal policies and procedures.
- Time management and strong organizational skills helpful.
- Proficiency with MS Office, computer/laptop, tablet and cell phone required.
- Other duties to be performed as needed within the department.
Working Conditions
- Work is primarily within a residential treatment setting with attendance at external meetings, committees and conferences required at times.
- Schedule may require flexibility which can include evenings and weekends.
- May be in direct contact with individuals and/or families with mental health, substance use and/or communicable diseases.
- Ability to lift and carry up to ten (10) pounds
- May do pushing, pulling, standing and walking (1-3 hours)
