Behavior Intervention Specialist

Position Summary

The ideal candidate for the BIS position will work in our residential programs located in Brooklyn and Queens. The selected candidate will be responsible for oversight of all behavioral services including conducting the Functional Behavioral Analysis, development of Behavior Support Plans/Monitoring Plans to address challenging behaviors, and analyzing data collection.

The BIS will provide oversight of psychiatric medications, providing written reports to the treating psychiatrist. Required to provide trainings to direct support professionals on behavior plans, appropriate interventions, and other topics related to behavior, mental health, and psychology. Implement SCIP-R interventions as necessary. Candidate must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and must possess excellent verbal and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct annual and semi-annual IDT reviews of individuals to report on their behavioral needs and progress.
• Develop and implement behavior support plans and intervention strategies for individuals and in accordance with OPWDD regulations and in accordance with the agency's vision of positive behavioral supports and teaching alternative appropriate behaviors, which foster maximal behavioral independence.
• Train and monitor Direct Support Professionals in consistently implementing these behavior support plans and intervention strategies.
• Prepare and conduct trainings/in-services for individual and facility related issues, behavior interventions, etc.
• Conduct regular observations of activities in the residence and provide written report to Residence Manager.
• Provide written reports to treating psychiatrists regarding behavioral progress.

Requirements

• Master's degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology.
• Minimum of 1 years' experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavioral support plans and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavior support plans.
• Must meet OPWDD BIS's Qualifications.
• Excellent communication, teaching and modeling skills.
• Excellent verbal and written abilities.

Benefits 
What we offer once YOU join our growing family:
At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect: 

• Paid time off (holidays, vacation in accordance with school calendar, sick and personal) 
• Professional development opportunities 
• Team environment 
• Medical and dental benefits 
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Optional insurance (life, disability, etc.) 
• 403(b) retirement plans 
• Flexible spending account (dependent care, medical, parking, and transit) 
• Employee assistance program 

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org. 

About HeartShare
Who WE ARE:
For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives.

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