Clinical Behavior Consultant — Transform Lives in Community Care

Sevita; Duryea (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full compensation/benefits package for

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job security with nationwide career op

Job summary

Mentor Community Services, part of Sevita, seeks a Clinical Specialist/Behavior Consultant to provide services in residential, vocational, or in-home settings in Pittston, PA. You will ensure plans meet standards, conduct assessments, observe individuals in various settings, and develop behavior support components for interdisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes advocacy for rights, documentation, confidentiality, training staff, and coordinating with medical providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a human services field.
• Two years of related experience.
• Training in behavior modification techniques and/or behavior management.
• Knowledge of developmental disability, brain injury, or mental health; expertise in behavioral support.
• Current driver's license and auto insurance if providing transportation.
• All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that support plans and services adhere to Individual Plans, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Complete structured assessment interviews with parents/care providers.
• Conduct observation of the individual in home, school, or community.
• Review social history information, complete functional assessments, and target appropriate behavior baseline information for each referred individual.
• Write and submit a summary of assessment and recommended behavior support plan components to interdisciplinary team (IDT) or operations leader.
• Advocate for the human and civil rights of individuals receiving services by presenting behavior support plan information to review committees.
• Document progress and activity; maintain confidentiality; complete billing documentation as applicable; organize and record all documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians, and case managers; implement the company’s Customer Service Standards.
• Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; report medical, behavioral, and other incidents following company policy and external requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the rights of individuals; practice universal precautions; assist individuals in exercising their rights.
• Support and train staff in implementing Individual Support Plans; attend staff meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.
• Assist with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relay instructions and information to and from medical providers as required.
• If assigned, accurately administer and document delivery of medications and treatments; promptly report administration errors; maintain security of medications and supplies.
• If assigned, monitor individual health, documenting concerns and communicating with nurse or supervisor; follow health care directives.
• May transport individuals into the community; drive safely and according to local laws; assure proper use of safety equipment; report accidents and safety concerns.
• Check water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participate in safety drills and protect persons being served in emergencies.
• Comply with all established safety policies; report unsafe hazards and participate in safety training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a human services field

Job description

Mentor Community Services, part of Sevita, seeks a Clinical Specialist/Behavior Consultant to provide services in residential, vocational, or in-home settings in Pittston, PA. You will ensure plans meet standards, conduct assessments, observe individuals in various settings, and develop behavior support components for interdisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes advocacy for rights, documentation, confidentiality, training staff, and coordinating with medical providers.