Clinical Specialist-BCBA
About the role
The Clinical Specialist-BCBA supports Care Managers in delivering comprehensive, person-centered care management services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Serving as a subject matter expert in complex behavioral needs and positive behavioral supports, the Clinical Specialist-BCBA provides consultation, technical assistance, and resource guidance to promote health, safety, community inclusion, service stability, and quality of life. The position supports care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration but does not provide direct behavioral assessment, treatment, behavior plan development, or behavioral therapy services, nor does it assume responsibility for services delivered by outside providers.
Located in East Syracuse, Binghamton, Clifton Park, or Utica.
Responsibilities
- Serve as an initial clinical resource to Care Managers and Supervisors on individual member concerns.
- Provide subject matter expertise to Care Managers and Supervisors regarding complex behavioral presentations, including situations involving significant barriers to community participation, service stability, health and safety, or quality of life.
- Assist Care Managers in identifying appropriate behavioral health, clinical, community, and OPWDD resources to address member needs and support person-centered outcomes.
- Participate in interdisciplinary discussions with providers, family members, and support teams, as appropriate, to promote coordination of services and shared understanding of member needs.
- Support Care Managers in preparing for team meetings by helping identify relevant questions, resources, treatment considerations, and potential service options.
- Consult with residential and other service providers regarding evidence-informed positive behavioral support practices and available community resources.
- Review available clinical, behavioral,