Behavior Clinician II

About the role

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are - providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible.

Responsibilities

• The Clinician II will work to address the unique needs of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in our Habilitative Skill Building (HSB) Program in Tacoma, WA.
• Individuals receiving services are adults with often times multiple diagnoses and present with significant challenging behaviors.
• Many individuals supported in the HSB program have transitioned out of more restrictive settings, such as residential habilitation centers, state hospitals, correctional facilities, and diversion programs.
• Supported individuals may also be part of the WA Community Protection Program and may have criminal backgrounds requiring increased clinical support in order to thrive in a community setting.
• Manage caseload of individuals for treatment implementation
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and develop Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs)
• Provide clinical guidance to Direct Support Professionals and Program Managers
• Conduct frequent program visits to interact with supported individuals and staff
• Complete progress reports, documentation and data collection, updating plans as necessary
• Review data to ensure care meets individual's current needs
• Assist in providing crisis intervention and outreach as needed
• Foster positive rapport with individuals, parents, and guardians
• Participate in the debriefing of significant incidents of individuals on caseload when requested
• Attend person-centered planning meetings, referral/intake meetings, and home staffing meetings
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with external service providers including DDA, Consultants, Hospitals, external providers, etc.

Qualifications

• Must have a master's degree in psychology, behavior analysis, mental health, special education, social work, or other related discipline; or be graduating with master's degree within the next 6 months.
• 2+ years of professional experience with individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) is required
• Relevant experience in designing and implementing support plans for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and/or challenging behaviors
• Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending