Behavioral Health Coordinator

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The I/DD Coordinator of Behavioral Health will be pivotal in advancing our mission and ensuring the highest standards of care for individuals with developmental disabilities for the I/DD division. This position is crucial for driving strategic initiatives and achieving organizational goals.

Specific Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee behavior programming and training for all I/DD program services
• Provide direct supervision to Behavior Intervention Specialists
• Implement a higher level of support through coaching, training and evaluation for newer and/or struggling members of the Behavioral Health Services Dept.
• Direct support for programs in preparation for and during state audits
• Initiate creating and implementing forms and training material in accordance with behavioral support policies and procedures
• Coach in ABA methods appropriate for residential settings and positive behavior support for programs with higher levels of need
• Chair Critical Behavior Reviews for Long Island and the City bi-weekly
• Work to develop staff and leadership training for team cohesiveness across all I/DD programs
• Work hands on with programs on Active Treatment and Crisis Intervention
• Observe and report to I/DD leadership to enhance program evaluation with a concentration on programs in need of culture shift
• Regular review and auditing of residential program human rights books to ensure compliance in accordance with regulation
• Regular review of program’s behavioral data, behavior support programs and assessments to ensure compliance in accordance with regulation
• Take the lead on performance evaluation for newer Behavior Intervention Specialists
• Ensure that interventions are person-centered and tailored to diverse needs
• Ensure that behavior interventions comply with state regulations, as well as any relevant ethical guidelines
• Provide monthly in-person support to BHS staff by visiting all sites
• Attend IRC meetings and Support BISs with IRC recommendations in a timely manner
• Review of Mandatory Assessments such as Key assessments, Home Alone, Community and Travel, Sexual, Psychological and Psychosocial
• Coordinate coverage for BHS staff’s caseload during vacation, sick days and/or temporary leave
• Participate in Special IDT meetings alongside BHS staff when focusing on behavioral concerns
• Organize and facilitate individual and group supervision with the department monthly and/or as needed
• Direct report and communication with Assistant Director and Director of Behavioral Health

Qualifications

• Required Master’s degree in human services
• Strong management, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of OPWDD regulations
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in OPWDD-funded program with minimum of 3 years in residential services
• Computer-literate

Relationship with Others

• Interact with state and government umbrella agencies and other providers in a variety of forums
• Maintain relationships with families and correspondents
• Provide supervision and mentoring to those supervised in a positive and supportive manner
• Be a team player
• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within the organization
• Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families
• Possess the ability to set limits and maintain professional boundaries

Working Conditions

• 35 hours/week, flexible schedule
• Must be available to respond to emergencies as they arise on an on-call basis

Scope of Responsibility

• Responsible for all Behavioral Health aspects of the I/DD residential, family care and day programs