Lead Behavior Clinician & PBS Mentor

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

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a Lead Behavior Clinician in the United States to supervise a team of clinicians, provide direct clinical services, and design Positive Behavior Support plans and related interventions. This leadership role emphasizes coaching, mentorship, and hands-on clinical work to improve outcomes for adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.

The position requires a Master’s degree and relevant licensure, with several years of post-graduate experience in behavioral

Qualifications

• Master's degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, social work or related field.
• Minimum 5 years post-graduate training/experience in functional behavioral assessment & treatment.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience with developmental disabilities and/or brain injuries (including co-occurring psychiatric conditions).
• Valid driver's license and reliable access to a vehicle for on-site 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, including monitoring of restrictive practices.
• Conduct clinical and referral assessments for individuals with behavioral or psychiatric crises.
• Provide consultation to individuals, families, residential teams, day programs, and shared living providers.
• Ensure compliance with funder/regulatory requirements (plans, documentation, approvals, audits, etc.).
• 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

Clinical supervision

Leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Cultural competency

Electronic Health Records

Education

Master's degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, social work

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Advocates is seeking a Lead Behavior Clinician in the United States to supervise a team of clinicians, provide direct clinical services, and design Positive Behavior Support plans and related interventions. This leadership role emphasizes coaching, mentorship, and hands-on clinical work to improve outcomes for adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries.

The position requires a Master’s degree and relevant licensure, with several years of post-graduate experience in behavioral