Position Summary:
The ideal candidate for the BIS position will work in our residential programs located in Brooklyn and Queens. The selected candidate will be responsible for oversight of all behavioral services including conducting the Functional Behavioral Analysis, development of Behavior Support Plans/Monitoring Plans to address challenging behaviors, and analyzing data collection. The BIS will provide oversight of psychiatric medications, providing written reports to the treating psychiatrist. Required to provide trainings to direct support professionals on behavior plans, appropriate interventions, and other topics related to behavior, mental health, and psychology. Implement SCIP-R interventions as necessary. Candidate must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and must possess excellent verbal and written skills.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:
Conduct annual and semi-annual IDT reviews of individuals to report on their behavioral needs and progress
Develop and implement behavior support plans and intervention strategies for individuals in accordance with OPWDD regulations and in accordance with the agency's vision of positive behavioral supports and teaching alternative appropriate behaviors, which foster maximal behavioral independence
Train and monitor Direct Support Professionals in consistently implementing these behavior support plans and intervention strategies
Prepare and conduct training/in-services for individual and facility-related issues, behavior interventions, etc.
Conduct regular observations of activities in the residence and provide written reports to the Residence Manager
Provide written reports to treating psychiatrists regarding behavioral progress
Keep excellent and complete records of all written work. Complete all written reports and documentation in a timely manner
Collect, interpret data, and generate required reports
Provide weekly status updates on each program to Director of Behavioral and Speech Services
Provide services for multiple sites