Behavior Specialist

Imagine being a part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of children!

We are hiring multiple contractors to provide Crisis Stabilization and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) to youth in Foster Care.

This is a contract position, reimbursed at $20.00/session hour. Must be a QMHA or able to obtain QMHA status through Nevada Medicaid and carry $1,000,000.00 in liability insurance.

Description

• Create and implement structured treatment plans focused on preventing and stabilizing crises and rehabilitation of psychosocial skills for clients, ages 4 years through 18 years.

• Responsible for documentation of treatment planning, treatment progress notes, and periodic progress reviews to evaluate effectiveness of treatment. Responsible for maintaining adherence to Medicaid Chapter 40000 regulations regarding Crisis Stabilization and Medicaid Chapter 400 regulations regarding Rehabilitative Mental Health Services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative

• Document session note for each treatment session completed that meet medical necessity requirements.

• Document progress report for each client.

• Create Individualized Treatment Plans for each assigned client with measurable goals and objectives.

• Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with community agencies, government officials, and clientele.

• Attend scheduled trainings and staff meetings as required.

• Ensure compliance with service contract requirements and with Medicaid Service Manual Chapters 40000 and 400 regulations.

Program

• Design and implement Individualized Treatment Plans based on behavior modification principles for all assigned clients. Maintain client reports and documentation in electronic medical record.

• Implement behavior modification interventions with assigned clients to address impaired behavioral functioning. Interventions will address issues pertaining to the following areas: crisis intervention, behavior management, social competency, problem identification and resolution, effective communication, moral reasoning, identity and emotional intimacy, self-sufficiency, life goals, and/or sense of humor although they may not be limited to these areas.

• Observe, document, and consult with caregivers regularly regarding client’s signs, symptoms, and treatment progress.

• Collaborate with each client’s treatment team members to ensure continuity of care.

• Communicate recommendations for service referrals to direct supervisor to verify referral is in alignment with course of treatment.

• Display positive role modeling and leadership for clients.

• Establish and maintain consistent attendance at scheduled treatment sessions and meetings.

• Interact with all clients in a respectful manner without bias.

• As required, interact with children during play activities and events.

General

• Other related duties as assigned by direct supervisor or by Clinical Director.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in social services or behavioral health field that will meet the requirements of a QMHA through Nevada Medicaid.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or applied behavior analysis.

• Enrolled in Graduate program for social work, psychology, sociology, or applied behavior analysis.

• 3+ Years administering behavior modification interventions to clients/patients.

General

• Valid Nevada State Drivers License, good driving record, ability to provide own transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance.

• CPR/First Aid Certification.

• Complete annual continuing education as required by Department of Family Services and Medicaid to maintain approved provider status.

• Age minimum of 21 years.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

• Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, and walk briskly in order to interact with and monitor children.

• Stamina to work long days and drive long distances.

• Moderate to heavy lifting to 60 pounds unassisted and up to 120 pounds or more with assistance.

Visual and Cognitive Demands

• Must have ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.

• Must have ability to give and receive verbal and written instructions (with or without hearing aids).

• Must have ability to read fine print, have sustained vision and peripheral vision (with or without glasses).

Environmental Demands

• Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments consisting of children with moderate to severe emotional, psychological, and behavioral needs.

Work Environment

• Clinic and home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise. Light and ventilation are found in a typical clinic and home settings.

• Campus is smoke-free.

Possible hazards

• Possibility of exposure to blood borne pathogens exists, if universal precautions are not followed.

• Possible injury when lifting, moving, or interacting (child or objects), if employee fails to use proper body mechanics, or if proper techniques are not used when the use of SAMA restraint techniques are required.

EOE M/F/D/V