Behavior Interventionist at United Counseling Services – Manchester, Vermont
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About This Position
Job Location: Manchester, VT 05255
Education Level Bachelor Degree
Salary Range: $20.87 - $23.48 Hourly
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Non-Credentialed Position
Description:
Why Join UCS:
For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental-disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.
UCS Offers Generous Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short term and long term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities
- Free clinical supervision towards licensure
- Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
- Award winning worksite wellness program
- An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.
We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.
Qualifications:
The Behavioral Interventionist provides behavioral support, intervention, and case management to clients in order to facilitate their positive adjustment to classroom expectations, and to strengthen the connection between home, school, and the community
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
DIRECT SERVICE: The Behavior Interventionist Assists students with emotional and/or behavioral difficulties in their efforts to participate in school. Teaches appropriate social skills and coping skills to students who have had limited success in school and society in general. Helps classroom staff with students experiencing a loss of emotional or behavioral control. Assesses student behaviors and creates individualized behavior plans; implements behavior plans and provides ongoing evaluations of progress. Observation of students’ behavior in various school settings to identify triggers or factors that may affect their behavior; provides conflict resolution and crisis intervention services, as needed.
CASE MANAGEMENT AND SPECIALIZED REHABILITATION: The Behavior Interventionist Coordinates services on behalf of students and acts as a liaison between school, home, and other community supports. Acts as an information conduit to teach social skills related to various community settings that the students habituate.
CONSULTATION: The Behavior Interventionist Consults with school personnel about student behavior and assists in the development of behavioral plans for students in the program. Provides consultation to parents and other service providers as needed. Will attend the annual BI conference.
RECORD KEEPING: The Behavior Interventionist Complies with all UCS documentation requirements including clinical paperwork and time sheets. Responsible for data collection and reporting to the Clinical Manager for DMH success Beyond Six services related to behavioral intervention services.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Analysis (preferred) or related field.
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required either prior to hiring or within 30-days of hire.