QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• BCBA required Master’s degree in Psychology or related field required.
• A Master’s Degree in Social Work, ABA, Psychology, Special Education or other disciplines as may be approved by the Executive Director.
• Extremely strong organizational, writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and flexibility are essential in assuming significant responsibility.
• Experience working in racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities working with developmental disabilities preferred.
• The Behaviorist may be required to complete mandatory DHS training. Training is provided at no charge.
• Employee must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection or investigation.
• Employee must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be at least 18 years of age

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Development and implementation of new support services to meet the changing needs of persons receiving services.
• Provide training in implementing formal comprehensive behavior support plans.
• Develops, monitors and trains staff on Behavior Support Plans.
• Develop behavior intervention strategies with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in accordance with APluscare policies and procedures.
• Intervene during a behavioral crisis
• Understand and implement current DHS rules and regulations, policies and procedures
• Assistcooperate in inspections and investigations of any sort, including investigations by APluscare and/or DHS Consulting with direct care and supervisory staff to ensure that daily activity schedules are adequate to meet the needs of the individuals.
• Act as a liaison with parents, staff and DHS staff to ensure the continuum of care and support for members
• Participate in after- hour on-call rotation in cooperation with other APluscare staff
• All other duties as assigned by APluscare.

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• BCBA required Master’s degree in Psychology or related field required.
• A Master’s Degree in Social Work, ABA, Psychology, Special Education or other disciplines as may be approved by the Executive Director.
• Extremely strong organizational, writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and flexibility are essential in assuming significant responsibility.
• Experience working in racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities working with developmental disabilities preferred.
• The Behaviorist may be required to complete mandatory DHS training. Training is provided at no charge.
• Employee must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection or investigation.
• Employee must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be at least 18 years of ag