Behavioral Health: M-F, 10a-6p

YAI has an opening for a Behavior Intervention Specialist. This is a clinical position which involves the assignment to several programs where the BIS is responsible for the assessment of individuals’ habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs and the development and implementation of effective interventions to help support those needs.

We are seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) to work in our Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRA's).

Under supervision of BIS leadership, Behavior Intervention Specialists (BISs) perform clinical duties relating to the assessment of habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and develop and implement effective interventions to help support those needs across multiple programs within an assigned region. Regularly interacts with people we support, assessing their ADL skills, providing personal care, promoting habilitation and/or rehabilitation, and providing for their health, safety and well-being. Ensures that clinical needs of the people receiving supports in each program are addressed, staff are trained, person-centered interventions and program plans are understood and consistently implemented as documented, data is effectively collected to support evaluations and required documentation is completed/maintained.

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)

• Master’s degree in clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology or applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical interventions, and documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development; or
• Successfully complete (PAID) BIS School (or authorized equivalent training) through YAI within one (1) year of appointment.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) or SCIP-R Restrictive and CPR if required for assigned program(s) within six (6) months of hire; may be required to obtain additional certifications based on assigned programs.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage, build relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Strong dedication to enhancing quality care, incorporating strategies and techniques and team-based care.
• Ability to communicate clinical matters appropriately to individuals at all levels (family, DSPs, managers, providers, etc.).
• Basic computer skills – including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks and appropriately document services and progress in accordance with requirements, including electronic health records.
• Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff.

Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)

• Strong understanding of I/DD including autism spectrum disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, traumatic brain injury etc.
• Knowledge of co-occurring psychiatric diagnosis such as: mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, psychotic disorder, trauma and neurocognitive disorders.
• Knowledge of hierarchy of restrictive/intrusive interventions.
• Familiarity with expected/therapeutic effects of psychotropic medications.
• Knowledge of ABA, CBT, DBT, positive psychology, other evidenced based approaches.
• Current certification in Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R or SCIP-R Restrictive) and CPR.
• National Board certification in behavior analysis (Board Certified Behavior Analyst [BCBA]) and a Master’s degree in behavior analysis or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology approved by OPWDD; or
• Current license and registration in Mental Health Counseling issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED)

Compensation:

• $55,000.00-60,000.00 Annually; based upon education and experience

For more information about the YAI Network, please visit our website at www.yai.org. Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000