Behavior Clinician II Adapted Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program

Dungarvin; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

401 K with employer match

PTO

Job summary

Dungarvin is seeking a Clinician II to join our Adapted Dialectical Behavior Therapy (A-DBT) team. You will address the needs of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and comorbid mental health conditions, providing assessment, clinical support, and consultation in home and community settings.

You will run A-DBT groups, lead social events, develop support plans, train direct care staff, and help ensure positive behaviors and social skills for greater independence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, behavior analysis, mental health, special education, social work, or related field; or graduating with master's within 6 months.
• 2+ years of professional experience with individuals with IDD is required.
• Experience designing and implementing support plans for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and/or challenging behaviors.
• ABA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of individuals for treatment implementation using 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 support 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.
• Consult and assist with assessment and implementation of supports such as reinforcement systems, coping skills, adaptive equipment, etc.
• Provide guidance on admission and discharge decisions for high-need cases.
• Participate in debriefing of significant incidents and attend planning meetings.

Skills

2+ years IDD experience

Experience designing support plans

ABA experience

Education

Master's degree in psychology/behavior analysis/mental health

Candidate graduating with master's within 6 months

Job description

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are - providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible.

• Starting pay: $30/hour
• Full range scale (increases to starting rate based on length of employment at Dungarvin): $30-33.45/hour
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck- early pay access
• PAID training and orientation

*Candidate hired for this role may be eligible to accrue supervised fieldwork/practicum hours that can be applied toward the requirements for BCBA certification, in accordance with supervision guidelines.*

Job Description

The Clinician II will serve as a member of the Adapted Dialectical Behavior Therapy (A-DBT) team, dedicated to addressing the unique needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and comorbid mental health conditions. Individuals receiving services, which are provided in the home and community, are adults with multiple diagnoses and typically present with significant challenging behaviors. Using the principles of A-DBT, the Clinician II will provide assessment, clinical support and consultation based on their unique skills and needs of the individual. Supports include running A-DBT groups, leading social events, identifying challenges within the environment, creating support plans to increase positive behaviors and social skills to promote overall independence, and providing training/modeling to direct care staff in the home. Additionally, the Clinician II may provide training and supervision to Clinicians I and relevant operations roles on development of support plans, measurable goals, and data collection. The Clinician II will maintain a caseload under the supervision of the Clinical Services Manager for implementation of treatment as specified by their respective discipline (ABA, CBT, DBT, etc.) and as designated by the funding source

What You Get To Do:

• Manage caseload of individuals for treatment implementation, using 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 support individuals
• Foster positive rapport with individuals, parents, and guardians
• Review data to ensure care meets individual's 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

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• Must have a master's degree in psychology, behavior analysis, mental health, special education, social work, or other related discipline; or be graduating with master's degree within the next 6 months.
• 2+ years of professional experience with individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) is required
• Relevant experience in designing and implementing support plans for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and/or challenging behaviors
• Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred

Additional Information

Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we’re working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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10/27