Crisis-Response Behavior Specialist & Trainer

Istss; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is a nonprofit organization providing services to individuals with developmental and mental health challenges in the community. The Behavioral Training Specialist role involves direct service delivery in community settings, training staff and families, and supporting crisis management with a focus on behavioral intervention.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, a valid driver's license, and the ability to transport clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Basic computer knowledge
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills, and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and manage crisis plans.
• Assist in providing assessment and management of behavioral and psychiatric emergencies.
• Direct data collection and monitoring of behavioral intervention.
• Provide staff training and monitoring of behavioral plans.
• Assist staff and families in implementation of behavioral intervention.
• Assist Clinical department in the development of assessment, intervention, and monitoring strategies.
• Document service provision by completing graphs, filing data sheets and reports.

Skills

Driver's license

Effective communication

Basic computer knowledge

Team collaboration

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Advocates is a nonprofit organization providing services to individuals with developmental and mental health challenges in the community. The Behavioral Training Specialist role involves direct service delivery in community settings, training staff and families, and supporting crisis management with a focus on behavioral intervention.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, a valid driver's license, and the ability to transport clients.