Behavior Clinician II
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Job Location:
Tacoma, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
04-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Clinician II will work to address the unique needs of individuals with developmental disabilities in our supported living programs. Individuals receiving services which are provided in the home and community are adults with often times multiple diagnoses and present with significant challenging behaviors. Many supported individuals have transitioned out of more restrictive settings such as residential habilitation centers state hospitals correctional facilities and diversion programs. They require increased clinical support in order to thrive in a community setting.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Manage caseload of individuals for treatment implementation using either ABA or DBT therapy.
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and develop Positive Behavior Support Plans (BSPs)
- Provide clinical guidance to Direct Support Professionals and Program Supervisors
- Conduct program visits to interact with staff and supported individuals
- Foster positive rapport with individuals parents and guardians
- Review data to ensure care meets individuals current needs
- Complete progress reports and update plans as necessary
- Assist in providing on-call support crisis intervention and outreach as needed and appropriate.
- Consult and assist with assessment and implementation of supports needed such as reinforcement systems coping skills adaptive equipment etc.
- Provide guidance and assistance with admission and discharge decisions on high needs cases.
- Participate in the debriefing of significant incidents of individuals on caseload when requested
- Attend person-centered planning meetings and home staffing meetings
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with external service providers including DDA Consultants Hospitals Schools ABA Providers etc.
Qualifications :
Must Have:
- Must have or be in the process of obtaining a masters degree in psychology behavior analysis mental health special education social work or related discipline.
- 2 years of experience with individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities and/or experience with IDD/mental health comorbidities.
Nice to Have:
- Preferred: Relevant experience in designing and implementing support plans for individuals with developmental disabilities autism mental health and/or challenging behaviors
- Preferred: Relevant experience providing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) or Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Additional Information :
At Dungarvin diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Data Collection
- Primary Care Experience
- Military Experience
- Special Education
- Autism Experience
- Special Needs
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
About Company
At Dungarvin, we're not just a national company; we're a family of caring, passionate, and dedicated team members working together nationwide to offer top-notch, community-based support. Our mission is simple: We're here to provide exceptional assistance to individuals with intellectu ... View more
