Behavioral Health Specialist Job at CRi - Community Residences, Inc., Richmond, VA

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  • CRi - Community Residences, Inc.
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Responsible for providing behavioral assessments, behavior program development, operational oversight and program implementation to people with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, or mental illness.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To complete series of functional behavioral assessments, and develop behavior intervention plans for adults with intellectual disabilities.
  • To complete program and individual specific training on site to staff.
  • To complete behavioral observations and role model plan implementation to staff.
  • Analyze behavior data to prepare quarterly reports, and attend IDT meetings.
  • To attend local human rights and behavior management committees to present quarterly reports.
  • To complete all behavioral and clinical documentation as required by CRi, licensure, and other regulatory agencies.
  • To provide direct supervision and instruction to staff through daily communications.
  • To create and train a positive support environment inclusive of communication strategies, adaptive materials, and environmental modification.
  • To assist Program Director with monthly reports, trainings, record maintenance and quality assurance of all clinical files and documentation.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related human services field plus three years demonstrated experience
  • Or Master’s degree plus two years experience in intellectual/developmental disabilities, behavior management, and/or therapeutic consultation.
  • Must drive and have reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of functional assessments and experience in developing behavior plans
  • Candidates who are Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, Positive Behavioral Supports Facilitator, or eligible for training and subsequent certification.

Physical Demands:

Must be capable of doing some lifting, physical intervention for hazardous behaviors, and assistance with direct service care

Working Environment:

High Intensity Day Program for people having Intellectual Disabilities and high intensity support needs. Must use universal precautions.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

Job Tags

Local area,

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