D109 - DD Admin - Behavior Specialist

About River Edge Behavioral Health
 

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups. 

Macon, GA, blends the historical charm with modern amenities, making it a distinctive city in the heart of Georgia.  Macon has a vibrant cultural scene, with historic sites, museums, and events.  The Hay House, Capricorn Records, and the Tubman Museum are notable cultural attractions.  You can be a part of history in Macon, GA.  The new Crisis Stabilization Diagnostic Center in the middle of Macan will be another historic milestone for Macon and the State of Georgia. 

In this role..... You will conduct assessments, designing behavior intervention plans, and implementing evidence-based strategies to address behavioral challenges. You will work closely with clients, their families, and other professionals in multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for the individuals served. As the outpatient, BCBA you will also provide staff training through Positive Behavioral Supports curriculum and follow-up fidelity checks. 

FLSA Classification:  Salary, Exempt

 Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the delivery of ABA therapy services, focusing on children with developmental delays, particularly autism spectrum disorders.
• Perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide leadership and supervision to therapy teams, including training staff and collaborating with parents and families.
• Conduct comprehensive behavioral skills assessments and develop individualized ABA treatment plans and programs based on assessment findings.
• Perform Functional Behavior Assessments and develop Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Ensure proper implementation of treatment plans and offer clinical supervision to staff members.
• Modify treatment plans and programs as necessary, guided by data-driven decisions.
• Provide initial and ongoing training to therapists and ensure adherence to internal policies.
• Administer benefits as applicable.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid and active license with the Board of Applied Behavior Analysis as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Master's degree in social service field (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services) or related field
• Valid GA Drivers License and reliable transportation
• Adhere to HIPAA privacy and confidentiality standards rigorously.
• Maintain professional boundaries to prevent dual relationships.
• Engage actively with Settle Down ABA's internal board of ethics.
• Demonstrate proficiency in interacting with culturally and linguistically diverse families.
• Comfortably work in homes of families with limited resources.
• All applicants must pass an intensive background check and pre-employment drug test.
• 2 Professional references (Former employers only, no family members)

Competencies:
Ethical Practices: Adhere to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts.

Collaboration: Demonstrate the ability to understand and interpret organizational, state, and federal regulations, including those related to professional development, safety training, and confidentiality policies as required by DBHDD, while collaborating with other behavioral professionals.

Designing Intervention Plans: Capable of designing programs to meet the physical, social, and emotional needs of clients served, while also maximizing team collaboration, cooperation, and service integration across disciplines and within the organization.

Training: Possess the ability to certify in the Mindset de-escalation methodology and provide training to other professionals. Additionally, provide necessary training to caregivers and other individuals involved in the individual’s care to ensure consistency.

Emotional Intelligence: Must maintain emotional and physical composure and refrain from responding inappropriately to clients who may attempt to evoke a response from the staff, such as calling names, spitting, or making verbal threats.

Data Collection: Demonstrate experience with severe and challenging behaviors, collect data on behaviors, analyze it to measure progress, make informed decisions, and adjust intervention strategies accordingly.

Additional Information:

The Application Process

All qualified applicants will be considered.

This position is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool has been identified.

The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.

Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.

Due to the volume of applications received, we cannot provide information on application status by phone or email.

Diversity and Inclusion

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic makeup, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

At-Will Workplace

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

EEOC Statement

River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Heath recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.