Behavior Specialist

Position SummaryTo provide behavior training and consultation to individuals, managers, and directors to enhance the success of the individual receiving services. To work with individuals in the facilities and homes and develop interventions to increase progress toward their goals. To assist the Beyond Behaviors department in improving/enhancing the quality of life for individuals with behavioral difficulties.Essential Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement behavioral objectivesObserve individual in their environment, analyze existing data and conduct assessments to increase individual success.Model implementation of behavior plans/strategies in the individual environment.Participate in the multi-disciplinary processConduct in-service training on related topics with professionals and paraprofessionalsAssure that needed documentation is maintainedPrepare and submit reports within designated time framesAnalyze and interpret data to be used for improving maladaptive behaviorsWork with parents and guardians as requestedDevelop and implement functional behavioral assessmentsProvide ABA trainingProvide hands-on behavioral training and observations as neededAssure that all services are within licensing requirements and accreditation standardsProvide case management services for therapeutic foster careAttend staff, professional and inter-agency meetingsKeep abreast of new developments in order to provide consultation as neededProvide crisis intervention as neededPerform other duties as assigned by the Associate Executive DirectorCommunication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, theGeneral public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive workDirection.Represents the Agency at community and business meetings to discuss and educate theCommunity, the programs, and the Agency.Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCEMinimum of a Masters degree in psychology, special education, counseling, social work or a related field; OrLicensure/certification in one of the following categories:Licensure:Psychologist (OCGA 43-39-1)Licensed Professional Counselor (OCGA 43-10A-1)Licensed Master Social Worker (OCGA 43-10A-1)Licensed Clinical Social Worker (OCGA 43-10A-1)Psychiatrist (OCGA 43-24-20)Registered Nurse (OCGA 43-26-3)Certification:Board Certified Behavior Analyst (certified through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board)Work Environment & Physical DemandsWork is performed in office, program, and residential settings with a moderate noise level.While performing duties, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, communicate, and reach with hands and arms.Occasionally required to sit, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or lift/move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Travel RequiredPosition requires frequent travel Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position supervises the work of direct support professionals and others who implement behavior-analytic interventions. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.BACKGROUND CHECKThis position has been designated as sensitive and requires a criminal background check. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify check.