Behavioral Health Lead & Mentor

Advocates; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 86,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a lead behavior clinician to supervise and mentor a team of PBS and behavioral clinicians while staying hands-on in clinical services. You will design and oversee Positive Behavior Support Plans and Psychotropic Medication Treatment Plans, partnering with interdisciplinary teams to promote meaningful outcomes for adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and data-driven interventions, with a strong focus on quality,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Current Massachusetts licensure (or eligibility) as Licensed Psychologist, LICSW, LABA, LMHC, LRC, or equivalent qualifying credential (including approved special education/doctoral pathways)
• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate training and/or experience in functional behavioral assessment and treatment
• At least 3 years of clinical experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and/or brain injuries, including co-occurring psychiatric conditions
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle to provide on-site clinical consultation
• Clinical supervisory experience preferred
• Experience using Electronic Health Records for clinical documentation
• Demonstrated commitment to serving culturally diverse populations strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision, coaching, evaluation, and administrative oversight to PBS and behavioral clinicians
• Ensure quality, safety, and compliance across clinical services in DS/BI programs
• Deliver back-up clinical support and consultation during clinician absences or high-need situations
• Promote and train Positive Behavior Support systems and evidence-based interventions
• Develop, implement, and oversee Positive Behavior Support Plans and Psychotropic Medication Treatment Plans
• Support development of data collection systems, including monitoring of restrictive practices
• Conduct clinical and referral assessments for individuals experiencing behavioral or psychiatric crises
• Provide consultation to individuals, families, residential teams, day programs, and shared living providers
• Ensure compliance with all funder and regulatory requirements (plans, documentation, approvals, audits, etc.)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, internal departments, and external partners
• Participate in supervision, meetings, and funder-related reviews
• Support culturally responsive, person-centered services aligned with Human Rights principles

Skills

Clinical supervision

Leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Data-driven interventions

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Advocates is seeking a lead behavior clinician to supervise and mentor a team of PBS and behavioral clinicians while staying hands-on in clinical services. You will design and oversee Positive Behavior Support Plans and Psychotropic Medication Treatment Plans, partnering with interdisciplinary teams to promote meaningful outcomes for adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and data-driven interventions, with a strong focus on quality,