BCBA/School Clinician

Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities? Consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team as a BCBA/School Clinician.

About the role

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York provides programs and services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and dual diagnoses. Located in Red Hook, NY, this position is responsible for conducting individual and/or group therapy as required by the student’s IEP, developing therapy goals and methods that can be integrated into other aspects of the student’s program.

Responsibilities

• Develop therapeutic relationship with students on assigned caseload.
• Conduct therapy sessions as scheduled.
• Develop therapy goals and methods that can be integrated into other aspects of student’s program.
• Attend and coordinate Treatment Team meetings to set treatment goals and methods, ensuring all aspects of the student’s program are consistent with state and agency regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and oversee implementation of behavior contracts or other intervention strategies in conjunction with the Treatment Team.
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles of learning and training methods based upon positive reinforcement.
• Work with Case Manager to assure that treatment plans are coordinated and that student needs are met.
• Make referrals to the Vocational Coordinator for assessment of Prevocational, Vocational, or competitive employment placement.
• Attend CSE meetings to discuss students' progress and goals.
• Create, monitor, train, and oversee program elements as designated by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field.
• BCBA certification preferred.
• At least one year of experience working with a developmentally disabled population, or graduate study in specific treatment methods applicable to this population.
• Prefer experience with behavior modification and experience in a coordinating or supervisory position.
• Strong interpersonal skills required; ability to get along with diverse personalities.
• Ability to handle detailed, complex concepts and problems, making rapid decisions.
• Strong writing skills to convey complex issues and concepts concisely and intelligibly.

Benefits

• Generous 5+ weeks of paid time off your first year.
• Quality low-cost benefits, plus student loan debt assistance.
• 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires.
• ASCEND career accelerator program, including tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
• Comprehensive health and welfare program (medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services).
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Voluntary/employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance/work-life balance program.

Pay

$68,588.52 - $77,162.09, commensurate with education and experience.