The Behavior Specialist at EIG Services LLC will provide intensive behavioral supports and consultation to individuals, family members, and other stakeholders. The Behavior Specialist is responsible for guiding treatment by developing a behavior support plan, monitoring progress on goals, intervening directly with an individual, and developing programs as appropriate. This position aims to identify, assess, and provide for the clinical needs of the program. The Behavior Specialist may serve in on-call rotations and receive crisis management calls.
Role and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Conducts comprehensive functional behavior assessments (FBAs),
Designs, develops, collaborates, implements, and monitors individualized behavior support plans.
Experience conducting assessments
Assists in teaching, training, modeling, and coaching staff on appropriate general behavior support techniques, proactive strategies, positive behavior supports, and behavior support during crises according to each individual’s behavior plan and data collection,
Trains residential and supervisory staff on pertinent behavior intervention plans,
Evaluate data and recommend instructional changes accordingly,
Complete progress reports describing services and assessments applied during treatment,
Ensure behavior support services are directed towards meaningful outcomes for the individual served.
Consults with all members of the individual’s support team to ensure plan participation and intervention integrity.
Monitors electronic and observational data to address individual needs.
Supervises response to emergencies/crises with team members and supported individuals,
Participates in required meetings, evaluations, supervision, and training,
Completes all required documentation,
Maintains assigned, planned schedule,
Maintains a commitment to professional development,
Adheres to professional and ethical interaction policies and procedures,
Supports ongoing and future business needs,
Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, psychology, education, social work, counseling, or closely related field.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Minimum 2 years of experience directly supporting individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder and other comorbid diagnoses.
Minimum 2 years of conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (Practical/Standard functional analyses and variants), including data analysis.
Supervisory experience is preferred but not required.
Must be flexible with strong communication skills and the ability to work within various environments (residential and community settings).
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Excellent time management skills.