Behavior Consultant/Mobile Therapist (Lehigh/Northampton Counties)

Nulton; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

Generous paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Nulton Diagnostic and Treatment Center seeks a Behavior Consultant to provide clinical direction of services to children, youth, or young adults in a full-time salaried role. Responsibilities include developing and revising Functional Behavioral Assessments and Individualized Treatment Plans, overseeing plan implementation by staff, and communicating progress to families and school teams.

The position requires a valid PA Behavior Specialist License, a graduate degree, and at least one year in

Qualifications

• Licensed Behavior Specialist in Pennsylvania.
• Graduate degree from an accredited college.
• Minimum of one year in mental health with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Development and revision of Functional Behavioral Assessment and Individualized Treatment Plans.
• Oversight of the implementation of the plan by Behavioral Health Technician staff.
• Documentation of client’s response and timely notes.
• Complete trainings annually (e.g., 16 hours).
• Attend weekly supervision and monthly direct observation.
• Supervise staff and maintain communication with clients, families, and school personnel.

Skills

Behavior Specialist License (PA)

Graduate degree

Experience with children/young adults

Strong communication skills

Team-based collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in relevant field

Job description

Behavior Consultant

We are looking for a Behavior Consultant to join our Team!

This is a full-time, salaried position.

Our Behavior Consultant will be responsible for providing clinical direction of services to a child, youth or young adult; development and revision of the Functional Behavioral Assessment and Individualized Treatment Plan; oversight of the implementation of the Individualized Treatment Plan and consultation with a child's, youth's or young adult's treatment team regarding the Individualized Treatment Plan.

Responsibilities:

1. Development and Revision of Functional Behavioral Assessment and Individualized Treatment Plans
2. Oversight of the Implementation of the Individualized Treatment Plan by Behavioral Health Technician staff
3. Documentation of client'sresponse to treatment
   • document client's response to his/her treatment
   • completed notes in an accurate and timely manner
   • communicate with parents regarding the client'sprogress in treatment
4. Complete all assigned trainings by the due date to stay current with all practices and guidelines
   • complete at least 16 hours of Department-approved training annually that is related to the individual's specific job functions and is in accordance with the individual training plan
5. Attend weekly individual and group supervisions as directed
   • One hour of face-to-face supervision per month
   • One additional hour of face-to-face supervision per month if supervising a BHT.
   • Thirty minutes of direct observation of services being provided every 6 months
6. Conduct weekly/monthly supervision of staff providing Behavioral Health Technician services as directed
7. Maintain regular communication with clients, families, school personnel and treatment teams through home visits, school visits, and community interactions in the implementation of IBH services

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A valid Behavior Specialist License in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• A graduate degree from a college or university accredited by an agency
• A Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in the mental health field with children, preferably in the behavioral field
• A strong understanding of evidence-based interventions and best practices in behavioral health
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment and collaborate with various disciplines
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice and continued professional development

What we Offer:

• A competitive, salaried compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling options
• A supportive, professional work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and their families

Nulton Diagnostic and Treatment Center is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.