Lead Qualified Clinician

About the role

UCP of Western Massachusetts is seeking a Lead Qualified Clinician to provide clinical support to adults with autism and developmental disabilities receiving family support services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact and we are looking for someone motivated about building clinical practices and competencies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct clinical services, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), Positive Behavioral Support (PBS) interventions, crisis support, and training for staff and families.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and attend Individualized Support Plan (ISP) meetings.
• Develop and monitor PBS plans and ensure compliance with DDS regulations.
• Provide proactive in-service training and act as a resource for staff on clinical challenges.
• Serve as a certified PABC instructor and implement emergency techniques as needed.
• Foster collaborative relationships with DDS and community partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation in UCP's Electronic Health Record (EHR) System.

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts license as one of the following: Psychologist, LICSW, BCBA/LABA, Speech Pathologist (master’s/doctorate), Physician, Special Education Teacher (master’s/doctorate), or LMHC.
• Note: If you are in the process of obtaining your Massachusetts license within the next 6 months and meet the experiential requirements, you are encouraged to apply.
• Minimum 5 years of training and/or experience in function-based behavioral assessment and treatment for individuals with Intellectual/developmental Disabilities.
• Experience With Autism, developmental disabilities, and behavioral concerns.
• Strong communication skills, cultural competence, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work in-person at least 60% of the time; remaining time may be remote or office-based.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel across Berkshire County and Pioneer Valley.
• Ability to implement PABC techniques in emergencies, including kneeling and physical restraint, and to travel frequently.

Benefits

• \$3,000 sign on bonus half paid after 30 calendar days & 50 program hours and the rest after 180 calendar days & 300 program hours.
• Annual reimbursement (up to $500) towards licensure, certification, or professional memberships
• Medical, dental and vision insurance after first month of employment
• Earn two weeks of vacation in first year of employment, and three weeks of vacation after first year
• 13 holidays per year
• Three personal days per year
• Earn up to seven sick days per year
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency match to support your future
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel
• May qualify toward student loan forgiveness program
• Employee referral bonus program
• bring great people to a great place
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your household

Pay Range

\$75,000 - \$85,000 per year

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