Adult Day Service Behavior Specialist

Block Institute
Brooklyn, NY, United States
$55K-$60K a year
Full-time

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Block Institute - Brooklyn, NY

Remote Type

N / A

Position Type

Undisclosed

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary

Travel Percentage

Undisclosed

Job Shift

Day Shift

Job Category

Undisclosed

Description

Summary : The Behavior Specialist is responsible for the behavioral assessment and management of assigned individuals, and programs within the Adult programs at Block Institute.

The Behavior Specialist specifically is responsible for the development and implementation of individual and / or group Behavior Intervention and Treatment plans, either directly or through the direction of assigned staff members.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities : include the following. Other duties may be assigned :

Maintain consistent communication with Behavior Specialist regarding business practices.

Within the adult programs, oversee the completion of the required annual evaluations of the Individual's adaptive behavior skills and, as required, triennial testing of intellectual function by assigned due dates.

Participate in the annual Team meetings or reviews and required / requested reviews or case conferences, as needed.

Complete and document monthly psychological services review, including behavior plans, as needed.

Participate in the development of the Individual's Behavior Intervention Plan and treatment program plans as a member of the Team.

Provide crisis intervention, both in response to the crisis and follow-up services as needed.

Qualifications and Benefits

Qualifications :

  • Master's degree preferred in a related field
  • 2+ years experience in the field of behavior management
  • BCBA certification recommended
  • ABA experience a plus
  • Previous Supervision experience a plus

Benefits :

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off - vacation and sick

Life insurance

403(b) retirement account

Commuter benefits plan

Voluntary benefits such as critical care, disability, and additional life insurance are also available

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