Behavior Intervention Specialist, BIS 2

Jobtailor; Nanuet (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a qualified clinician to identify habilitative, behavioral, and psychiatric needs of the people we support. You will conduct behavioral and habilitative assessments using questionnaires, standardized tests, rating scales, and baseline data to inform care plans.

You will develop written, individualized behavior support plans, implement evidence-based interventions, supervise data collection, and lead the clinical team to ensure timely plan modifications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology or related field required.
• BCBA certification and NYSED licensure preferred or obtainable.
• Experience with assessment techniques and behavior support plan development.

Responsibilities

• Identifies habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of the people we support.
• Conducts behavioral assessments using questionnaires, tests and data.
• Develops written individualized behavior support plans with proactive interventions.
• Oversees data collection and ensures timely plan modifications.
• Provides clinical leadership within the treatment team and supervises staff.

Skills

Behavioral Assessment

Data Analysis

Clinical Leadership

Team Collaboration

Feedback Provision

Education

Master’s degree in clinical psychology

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Mental Health Counseling License (NYSED)

Job description

• Identifies the habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of the people we support
• Conducts behavioral and habilitative assessments including written questionnaires, standardized tests, rating scales, baseline data
• Analyzes data from multiple sources to support development of hypotheses for behaviors using DSM V, ICD 10, DM-ID
• Develops written, individualized habilitative and behavior support plans using proactive interventions
• Researches and implements the most effective evidence-based treatment interventions
• Directs and/or oversees day‑to‑day data collection by program staff
• Ensures timely modifications are made to the plan(s)
• Oversees and provides feedback relating to clinical duties performed by Assistant BISs or program designee(s)
• Serves as a clinical team leader and key member of the treatment team

Requirements

• Master’s degree in clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology or applied psychology
• Documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development
• National Board certification in behavior analysis (Board Certified Behavior Analyst [BCBA])
• Current license and registration in Mental Health Counseling issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED)
• Successfully complete BIS School (or authorized equivalent training) through YAI within one (1) year of appointment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening and/or weekend hours
• Must hold or obtain and maintain certification in Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) or SCIP‑R Restrictive and CPR if required for assigned program(s) within six (6) months of hire

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in conducting behavioral assessments and developing individualized behavior support plans, utilizing evidence‑based interventions and data analysis. Holds relevant certifications and licenses to provide clinical leadership and oversight in mental health settings.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• Master’s Degree In Clinical Psychology
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Mental Health Counseling License (NYSED)
• Assessment Techniques Training
• Behavior Support Plan Development

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Behavioral Assessment
• Habilitative Assessment
• Data Analysis
• Evidence‑Based Treatment Interventions
• Individualized Support Plans

Soft Skills

• Clinical Leadership
• Team Collaboration
• Feedback Provision

Certifications & Qualifications

• National Board Certification In Behavior Analysis
• SCIP‑R Certification
• CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

• DSM V
• ICD 10
• DM‑ID
• Crisis Intervention
• Flexible Schedule