Behavioral Intervention Specialist for Intellectual Disabilities

Independent Living Association, Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 66,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Job summary

Independent Living Association is seeking a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to provide psychological services for individuals in residences in Brooklyn, NY. The role requires evaluating program participants, drafting behavior plans, and coordinating with medical and behavioral teams.

The position emphasizes staff training, client advocacy, and documentation for Human Rights and IDT meetings. The candidate will engage with psychiatric and psycho-sexual services as needed and support daily

Qualifications

Extensive experience in Behavioral Intervention with OPWDD population.
Draft behavior plans and monitor behavior data and psychiatric issues.
In-servicing staff about behavioral issues.
Coordinate with human rights and service planning processes.

Responsibilities

Evaluate individuals enrolled in all ILA programs.
Draft behavior plans and monitor behavior data and psychiatric issues.
In-service staff about behavioral issues.
Draft sections for assessments and review meetings.
Interface with psychiatric, psychotherapy and psycho-sexual services when necessary.
Secure required consents for medical treatment and behavior modification plans.
Attend meetings as the individuals’ advocate and participate in IDT and HRC processes.
Writes sections of assessments and reviews.
Coordinate Human Rights information and documentation.
Extensive experience in Behavioral Intervention with OPWDD population.