Behavior Specialist - 1876 Genesee and Orleans Counties

Essential Functions

• Complete required intake with individuals and families that are referred for behavioral services.
• Complete observation visits at program/school/home as necessary.
• Develop behavioral programs for individuals and families to utilize in the home and for staff to utilize at non-certified community and home-based programs.
• Provide hands-on training for families and staff on specific behavior programs.
• Teach team members on the documentation and communication requirements for the behavior program to be effective.
• Provide information and referral information to family members and other service providers as necessary.
• Collaborate with other clinical and program staff to provide additional services to ensure that the individual’s and families’ needs are met.
• Promote cooperation and successful interaction by maintaining open and positive communication with people receiving services, family members, personnel in the Agency and people outside as appropriate.
• Obtain and maintain any applicable certifications.
• Participates in Life Plan (LP) reviews and Team Meetings for individuals and families actively being supported and as requested.
• Develop variety of training and programming options for individuals in the program.
• Develop variety of educational trainings for staff and family members on relevant behavioral/disability related topics.
• Fulfill all record keeping and documentation requirements for the program.
• Participate in Staff Meetings as requested.
• Work within the constraints of the program budget.
• Adhere to agency and program policies and procedures.
• Attend agency trainings as requested.
• Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with Agency Code of Conduct.
• Complete other related duties as assigned

Non-Essential Functions

• Serve on Committees as requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer Skills: Email & Calendaring skills, Microsoft Word skills, Electronic Medical Records skills.
• Other Skills/Knowledge/Experience: Experience delivering behavioral supports in an IDD setting desirable, Basic knowledge of OPWDD services, regulations and practices, or ability to learn these in a reasonable timeframe is required, Ability to provide excellent customer service to families and staff.

Physical Requirements

• Standing 25% of the day. Sitting 50% of the day. Walking 25% of the day.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, reach and lift.
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, push or pull up to 20 pounds; and 10 pounds frequently.
• Visual acuity necessary to determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned; as well as view a computer terminal, extensive reading, preparing and analyzing data and figures.

Working Conditions

• Generally working in a typical office/program environment.
• May involve frequent travel to off-site locations including, community sites and personal residences.
• Flexibility is schedule to meet with families and individuals when they are available, which may include evenings and weekends.
• Requires use of personal vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited program in a field of psychology, behavioral studies or other applicable discipline.
• At least two years of experience in the assessment of people with disabilities/behavioral challenges.
• Experience developing behavioral programs.
• Good listening skills, excellent oral and written communication skills and good math and reading abilities, basic computer skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with others to develop collaborative solutions.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Hours

Monday - Friday
Part Time with the possibility of Full Time