Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS 2) - Hudson Valley

Master’s degree in clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology or applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical interventions, and documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development;

Current license and registration in Mental Health Counseling issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED);

Strong dedication to enhancing quality care, incorporating strategies and techniques and team-based care.

Strong understanding of I/DD including autism spectrum disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, traumatic brain injury etc.

Knowledge of co-occurring psychiatric diagnosis such as: mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, psychotic disorder, trauma and neurocognitive disorders.

Familiarity with expected/therapeutic effects of psychotropic medications.

$64,350 annualized

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

Identifies the habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of the people we support through formal and informal assessments, using person-centered tools, Life and Staff Action Plans and by working with individuals and their circles of support, ensuring the interdisciplinary team is aware of these needs.

Conducts behavioral and habilitative assessments including written questionnaires, standardized tests, rating scales, baseline data, direct and indirect observations and completes functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify contextual factors, cognitive, environmental, social, physical, medical/psychiatric conditions that may contribute to behavior.

Analyzes data from multiple sources and utilizes findings to conduct research on related syndromes and conditions to support development of hypotheses for behaviors using DSM V, ICD 10, DM-ID etc.

Develops written, individualized habilitative and behavior support plans using proactive interventions in accordance with the agency philosophy and OPWDD Person-Centered Behavioral Intervention Regulations as determined by individual need.

Researches and implements the most effective and appropriate evidence-based treatment interventions and uses evidence-based behavioral approaches, strategies and supports to treatment interventions, such as systematic desensitization.

Develops various types of habilitative and support plans including: skills, counseling, behavior support plan, medication monitoring, environmental modifications, false reporting, non-reversible medical diagnosis.