Behavior Support Specialist - Psychiatry

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide-Children seeks a behavioral intervention specialist to assess and address the behavioral and emotional needs of patients in an inpatient psychiatric unit. The role develops individualized plans and trains teams to implement established teaching procedures.

We require a Master’s in psychology or related field, with BCBA preferred, and two years of direct experience with disruptive behavior or developmental disabilities. Evening shifts available, with part-time FTE options.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology or related field required or completed within 1 year.
• BCBA certification preferred.
• Two years of direct experience with disruptive behavior disorders or intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' behavioral and emotional needs.
• Develop and implement individualized behavioral intervention service plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Train and coach the treatment team to implement teaching procedures.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Perform data collection and analysis for patient plans and site procedures.
• Provide education and support to patients and families.

Skills

Independent work

Self-directed

Schedule management

Education

Master's degree in psychology or related field

BCBA certification preferred

Job description

Overview:Shift hours: 3pm - 11pmFTE- 0.6 (24/hours per week) or 0.8 (32/hours per week)Job Description Summary:Assesses, develops, and implements behavioral intervention services for patients with intellectual or developmental disabilities, disruptive behavior disorders, or significant challenging behavior in the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.Job Description:Essential Functions:Conducts assessments of patients' behavioral and emotional needs.Develops and implements individualized behavioral intervention service plans. Monitors and documents patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as needed.Trains and coaches the treatment team to implement designated teaching procedures.Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and connection to ongoing services.Performs data collection and analysis for patient specific plans and site-wide procedures.Provides education and support to patients and their families.Education Requirement:Master's degree in psychology or a related field, or completion within 1 year of hire, or equivalent education or certification and experience, required.Licensure Requirement:(not specified)Certifications:Board Certified Behavior Analyst(BCBA), preferred.Skills:Ability to work independently, be self-directed and manage schedule in accordance with clinical standards.Ability to work with behaviorally challenging children and adolescents in an inpatient setting.Experience:Two years of direct experience with populations who present with disruptive behavior disorders or intellectual and developmental disabilities, required.Physical Requirements:OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel, Standing, Working at Heights, Working OutdoorsFREQUENTLY: Color vision, Depth perception, Peripheral vision, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, WalkingCONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Computer skills, Decision Making, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm useAdditional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:• Demonstrate ability to pass MCPP and CCM crisis management trainings once trained\"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet\"