What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Practitioner I position at University of Nebraska Medical Center?
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Practitioner I will conduct comprehensive autism diagnostic evaluations and implement evidence-based treatment programs on an outpatient basis. Advanced training opportunities are available, such as establishing research reliability on the ADOS-2, and training in specific therapy modalities. Participation in clinical research may also be available. Position Details Posting Category Healthcare Working Title Behavioral Health Practitioner I Job Title Mental Health Practitioner L1 Salary Grade HC22S Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY Salary Range $48,200 - $72,300 / annual Job Requisition Begin Date 02 / 20 / 2025 Application Review Date 02 / 26 / 2025 Review Date Information : Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered. Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education : Master's degree If any degree major / training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE : Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major) Psychology, Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related health care field. Required Experience 1 year If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience : Experience working with children and adolescents with developmental disabilities in a professional and / or supervised capacity in any setting.
Required License Yes If yes, what is the required licensure / certification? Licensed for mental health services PLMHP, LMHP, LIMPH) in the State of Nebraska or ability to obtain license within 180 days of hire. Required Computer Applications : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word Required Other Computer Applications : Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : 1. Ability to select appropriate assessment tools based on referral question and patient characteristics.
2. Familiarity with standardized assessments.
3. Ability to implement and score core assessments utilized within Autism Diagnostic Clinic with fidelity DAS-2, WASI-II, ADOS-2, Vineland). Must demonstrate competency within 180 days of hire.
4. Ability to implement manualized behavioral interventions used with Autism Diagnostic Clinic with fidelity Unstuck and On-Target, Children’s Friendship Training).
5. Ability to navigate problem behavior during assessment and treatment while following departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
6. Ability to develop and maintain effective communication and working relationships with other employees, patients, and their families as well as the public, across all age groups.
7. Ability to demonstrate professional behavior by adhering to departmental and organization procedures.
8. Must pursue education or training necessary to perform at the level of competence required to incorporate the hardware, software, technologies, and ideas relevant to specific job responsibilities
9. Must be able to adhere to the principles and mission of the Institute.
10. Must adhere to applicable ethical codes and standards.
11. Ability to be flexible, multi-task, and manage competing priorities.
12. Ability to remain calm, patient, and empathetic.
13. Must accept corrective feedback and supervision on an ongoing basis.
14. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and a high level of detail orientation.
15. Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and facilitate connection to additional support services. Preferred Education : None Preferred If any degree / training is preferred, please specify the type : Preferred Experience : Experience administering and scoring standardized developmental or cognitive measures preferred.
Experience with electronic medical record systems like EPIC, online scheduling, and understanding of insurance networks and billing. Preferred License : No If yes, what is the preferred licensure / certification? : Preferred Computer Applications : Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook Preferred Other Computer Applications : Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Experience implementing behavioral therapy Applied Behavior Analysis, Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy) and evidence-based manualized programs social skills, executive functioning) for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder preferred.
Salary : $48,200 - $72,300
