ARS Behavior Coach - Full-time

Description

Summary:  In conjunction with the Behavior Intervention Specialist, the Behavior Coach is responsible for the psychological assessment and behavior improvement of assigned individuals and for the development and implementation of individual and/or group treatment programs, either directly or through the direction of assigned staff members.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• All essential job duties and responsibilities will be done in conjunction with the Behavior Intervention Specialist and include the following.  Other duties may be assigned:

• Participate in the development of individual program plan as a member of the Team.

• Provide crisis intervention, both in response to the crisis and follow-up services as needed.

• Ensure continuity/coordination of services with families and other service providers.

• Provide ongoing consultation with clinical, supervisory and other staff regarding psychological and behavioral issues regarding individuals under their care.

• Assists in the completion and documenting of monthly reports, services review, including behavior plans, annuals, case conferences, etc. as needed, within a timely basis.

• Complete assigned responsibilities within the preadmission process including evaluation/screening and recommendations.

• Participates in any consumer driven meeting, review, and evaluation, as deemed appropriate.

• Review and understand all behavior support plans. 

• Instruct staff in carrying out the behavior support plans as written.  Particularly works with all residential staff on a regular basis, to implement behavioral programs and plan additional interventions as needed.

• Provide coaching to staff on how to implement the behavior support plans as written, via modeling, verbal feedback, written feedback, and additional training.

• Mandatory attendance at required inservice training, along with ability to demonstrate understanding and compliance with both OPWDD regulations and Block Institute policy and procedure requirements. 

• All Block Employees will be required to learn and master the use of any and all software systems and technology utilized by the Agency, on a Program-by-Program basis. 

• Demonstrate appropriate interactions between co-workers and consumers in accordance with OPWDD regulations and Block Institute policies and procedures.

• May be asked to participate in the internal incident review committee, or other committees as required.

Attendance/Punctuality  is consistently at work and on time. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:   Supervise implementation of the behavior support plans.  

Qualifications

Qualifications:                      

BS in Psychology or related human services Field preferred.

1 year exp. with individuals with developmental disabilities.

ABA experience a plus

Competency:   To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Team Member                                               

Quality / Accuracy of Work

Professional Work Behavior                                     

Ability to Meet Deadlines

Good Oral/Written Communication Skills

Upholds Agency Policies, Procedures and Ethics

Physical Demands: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and transfer individuals with developmental disabilities who have physical need of such assistance.  May be asked to intervene with OMRDD approved SCIP-R (or any updated version) procedures.  They must be able to talk and hear.  Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.  Must be willing to travel between locations via public or private transportation.

Work Environment:

The environment in the group room setting offers no unusual situations, although some sites may have stairs and those must be navigated.  In unusual circumstances assistance with adults displaying challenging behaviors might be outdoors, on vehicles (buses/vans), or out in the community.

Benefits:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid time off – vacation and sick leave
• Life insurance
• 403(b) retirement account
• Commuter benefits plan
• Voluntary benefits such as critical care, disability, and additional life insurance.
• Pet Insurance

If you are dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities and possess the qualifications for this rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and support at Block Institute.

Block Institute is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.