Behavior Specialist / Social Worker
Location: Amsterdam, NY
FLSA: Non-exempt
Reports To: Supervising Behavior Specialist
Physical requirements: The ability to utilize SCIP RR techniques is required. Normal Office Environment.
Hours of Work: Monday thru Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, with flexible schedule. Full time 37.5 hours. Some travel required.
Pay Range: The pay range is $24.70 to $35.28
Job Summary: Provide psychological and behavioral services to individuals with disabilities. Ensure compliance with all regulations. Maintain records in compliance with agency policies & procedures.
Job Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology is required. National board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA), or New York State license in mental health counseling is preferred.
- At least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or special training in the field is required.
- Valid NYS driver's license is required.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide Psychological/Behavioral services to individuals in programs, maintaining compliance with Department and Agency policy/procedure, State, local, and Federal regulations.
- Record and maintain individual's behavioral records in compliance with all department and agency policies/procedures.
- Provide training to agency personnel including home and worksites.
- Participate in team meetings and surveys as part of individuals overall plan of care.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, Human Rights Committee review, plan fading and requirements, tracking and programmatic compliance.
- Ensure review of Behavior Support Plans and monitoring plans to ensure compliance.
- Participate in additional caseload coverage as assigned.
- Pursue personal/professional development and attend mandated agency training as required.
- Ensure communication is appropriate, accurate and timely.
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