Behavioral Health Technician
Behavioral Health Technician
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Job Description
The Behavior Health Technician performs clinical work with a high degree of autonomy within this Intermediate Care Facility providing comprehensive habilitation services to persons with a primary diagnosis of Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. The Behavior Health Technician works flexible days and hours across diverse environments within this facility consistent with assigned work tasks. The Behavior Health Technician performs professional work as designated by the consulting Psychologist and/or License Behavioral Specialist including the implementation of behavioral modification intervention components of an individuals Positive Behavioral Support Plan and behavior goals as designated. The Behavior Health Technician is empowered to assure that assigned individuals receive appropriate individualized psychsocial and behavioral services to facilitate active treatment by way of an efficient Interdisciplinary Process. This is a salaried exempt position.
Shifts Available:
8am4:30pm: Monday thru Friday
Location:
Sewickley Campus
Contributions
- Provides and supports client care delivery in accordance with established practice standards and facility/departmental/regulatory/payor policies and procedures for clinical setting and populations served.
- Provide direct oneonone therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Behavior Consultant.
- Maintain therapeutic records and data necessary to monitor progress.
- Utilizes behavioral modification methodology/techniques to produce socially significant improvements in human behavior or to prevent loss of attained skill or function through client skill acquisition and the reduction of problematic behavior.
- Assists interdisciplinary teams in implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans and goals for each assigned individual.
- Attends interdisciplinary team meetings as needed and completes all required documentation for assigned clients.
- Acts as an advocate for assigned individuals ensuring that treatment care and training appropriately address each assigned individuals psychosocial and behavior needs consistent with standards of service excellence.
- Models sensitivity courtesy and cooperation in all interactions with persons served staff and the public to facilitate positive working and living relationships.
- Performs related work tasks and special projects with purpose and performance standards provided at the time of assignment.
- Attend regular required supervision meetings individual supervisory sessions and required trainings.
- Provides an environment conducive to safety for clients visitors and staff.
- Performs other related duties as required
Exceptional Benefits:
Minimum of 30 hours worked and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health (UPMC) Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- 403b Traditional and Roth with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
- Competitive PTO Plan
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
- Career Development
- Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
- Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma and one of the following:
- Have a certification as a BCaBA
- Have a certification as an RBT
- Have a certification as an BCAT
- Have a behavioral health certification or behavior analysis certification from an organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute
- 40hour training covering the RBT Task List as evidenced by a certification that includes the name of the responsible trainer who is certified as a BCBA or BCaBA
- Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the provision of behavioral health services
- 13 year of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities (IDD)
- Must have Act 33 and Act 34 clearances.
- Requires familiarity with Windows operating systems email communication word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Onthejob training is provided by Psychologist Behavioral Specialist Habilitation Services Manager and other related personnel on various treatment techniques and interdepartmental methods and procedures.
- Must maintain a valid Drivers License.
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Verland is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
