Behavioral Specialist

Title:  Behavioral Specialist (Applied Behavioral Specialist - ABSS)

Department: Psychology

Reports: Director of Psychology

Location: Psychology Department, NY

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Summary:

The ABSS position involves providing on-going counseling and support to adults with developmental disabilities within Eihab’s group home / day program settings.  The ABSS will visit the group homes/programs within their caseload to provide in-person counseling and support and help individuals manage maladaptive behaviors they may experience. They will also conduct observations to ensure behavior plans are followed accordingly.  Additionally, the ABSS will implement/update behavior plans for individuals based upon behavioral documentation.  This position also includes providing on-going staff training and observations to ensure behavior plan is followed, as well as holding interdisciplinary team meetings for individuals as needed. The ABSS will need to manage the behavioral needs of their caseload and provide behavioral interventions to best serve the individuals.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience providing counseling and rapport building
• Must possess excellent writing and organizational skills. 
• Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize tasks are essential
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and strong writing skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality / HIPPA regulations
• Willing to help others when crisis arises and intervene when maladaptive behaviors arise
• Anticipate and meet deadlines, complete assignments with consistent accuracy
• Experience working with OPWDD population such as individuals with autism or intellectual disabilities (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Authorization to work in the US
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Essential Responsibilities:

• Visit the group homes/programs within caseload to provide in-person counseling support and behavioral management, as well as observations to ensure behavior plans are followed accordingly.
• Ensure OPWDD compliance in assigned houses (i.e. behavior plan revisions, consent forms, HRC approval, book reviews, etc.)
• Participate in OPWDD State Audits to provide information and answer any questions/concerns regarding behavior plan/protocols
• Conduct Morning Observations at times to ensure compliance and that quality care is provided within residences/programs.
• Review, calculate, and analyze behavioral data for individuals in caseload and write monthly summaries for each individual in caseload.
• Provide behavioral summary/updates on individuals prior to psychiatry appointments & participate during psychiatry appointments as needed.
• Maintain communication with ma