Behavior Specialist IDD & Youth IDD

SERV a well-established leader in behavioral healthcare in New Jersey supports people with mental illness and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities as they achieve greater independence and life satisfaction through a wide range of services.

JOB SUMMARY:

Delivering behavioral support services to individuals experiencing significant disturbances in daily living due to developmental disabilities persistent mental illness challenging behaviors and/or difficulties with skill acquisition which prevent independent living.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing intervention services to staff and families as assigned.
• Utilizing professional clinical assessment and treatment skills.
• Providing comprehensive case management for individuals.
• Developing formal behavior intervention plans and/or general behavior guidelines.
• Training staff families and individuals on strategies to increase independence or decrease inappropriate behavior.
• Providing crisis assessment intervention and management.
• Providing consultation through teaching observation and feedback using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Ensuring that services are rendered in accordance with all safety regulations Federal and State regulations and corporate policies and guidelines for ethical standards.
• Performing other duties as needed and directed by supervisors.

EDUCATION KNOWLEDGE SKILL & ABILITY:

• Masters degree in applied behavior analysis psychology special education or social work.
• One year of experience in working with developmentally disabled persons involving applied behavior analysis and behavior modification.
• Must have a valid drivers license in state of residence with no suspensions or moving violations in the past year and no more than 5 points on driving record.
• Must be 21 years old.
• Must be able to successfully complete a physical drug screen and background check.
• SERV provides a positive and rewarding work environment in which people can help make a real difference in the lives of others. Our Core Values which include respect embracing diversity & high standards of ethical conduct guide us in everything we do.

• $63713.58 per year.

EEO STATEMENT:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex national origin ancestry marital status affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.