Behavioral Intervention Specialist - Assessment & Advocacy

Independent Living Association NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Living Association NYC in New York, NY seeks a licensed psychology professional to provide psychological services in assigned IRA residence. The role involves assessing consumers, coordinating testing, reporting findings to the IDT, and developing treatment and monitoring plans for staff to implement.

The position requires a Masters in Psychology or related field and 1-3 years of DD population experience, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Masters in Psychology or related field required.
• 1-3 years’ experience working with the DD population. Must be computer literate, detail-oriented and have excellent verbal and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess consumer functioning using standardized instruments or informal methods and coordinate testing as needed.
• Report findings and recommendations to the IDT and track consumer progress at team meetings.
• Develop behavioral treatment plans, monitoring plans, and staff training to ensure proper implementation.

Education

Masters in Psychology or related field

Job description

Independent Living Association NYC in New York, NY seeks a licensed psychology professional to provide psychological services in assigned IRA residence. The role involves assessing consumers, coordinating testing, reporting findings to the IDT, and developing treatment and monitoring plans for staff to implement.

The position requires a Masters in Psychology or related field and 1-3 years of DD population experience, with strong verbal and written communication skills.