Lead Behavior Clinician: PBS Leadership & Mentorship

Advocates; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a Lead Behavior Clinician to supervise a team of behavior clinicians while providing direct clinical services and shaping Positive Behavior Support across programs.

You will design and oversee Positive Behavior Support Plans and Psychotropic Medication Treatment Plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and promote data-informed interventions that foster independence and meaningful outcomes for adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Massachusetts licensure (or eligibility) as Licensed Psychologist, LICSW, LABA, LMHC, LRC, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate training/experience in functional behavioral assessment and treatment.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience with developmental disabilities and/or brain injuries.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for on-site clinical consultation.
• Clinical supervisory experience 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 and monitor 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.
• 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

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Data-driven decisions

Education

Master’s degree in ABA/psychology/social work or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Advocates is seeking a Lead Behavior Clinician to supervise a team of behavior clinicians while providing direct clinical services and shaping Positive Behavior Support across programs.

You will design and oversee Positive Behavior Support Plans and Psychotropic Medication Treatment Plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and promote data-informed interventions that foster independence and meaningful outcomes for adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.