Areas of responsibility :

• Prepares for individual patient contacts and assessments through review of medical charts and pre-appointment contact with patient, family, and caregivers. Prepares intake summary information for the inpatient unit.
• Identifies behavior goals for hospitalization, assist team in the development of behavior programming and data collection. Reviews data with psychologist as necessary and develops additional assessment and treatment plans.
• Assists in gathering objective data for behavioral assessment and treatment implementation.
• Actively involved in implementing behavior treatment on the unit and coaching staff with frequent involvement in prevention of challenging behaviors, de-escalation and crisis management.
• Coordinates behavior programming with interdisciplinary team members. Consults with interdisciplinary team members and provides training for staff as appropriate.
• Completes literature reviews and continuing education in the area of applied behavior analysis and dialectical behavior therapy.
• Must be able to effectively prevent and de-escalate potential crisis situations following training and support from interdisciplinary team. Consultant will regularly be working in situations where physical aggression and property destruction will occur.
• Assures quality in program delivery through collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
• Communicates with internal and external stakeholders regarding patient goals, progress, behavior recommendations, and placement.
• Manages day-to-day operations of service, including attendance at all team functions.
• Assists in discharge planning, as appropriate.
• Assists in the creation of training materials and conducting training as appropriate. May include follow-up with care providers following discharge from unit.
• Assists in writing reports, including treatment recommendations.
• Assists in training (e.g. practicum students, interns, graduate assistants) as appropriate
• Assist in program development, assessment, and behavioral treatment for individuals with severe challenging behaviors. Patients may have a history of mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities, or medical illnesses that make them vulnerable.

Percent of Time : 50-100%

Shift : Day and evening shift rotation opportunities (0700-1530 or 1500-2330) including alternating weekends and holidays.

P &S Pay Plans :

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Education Requirements

Experience Requirements

Desired Qualifications

Applicant selected for position, if external, must complete a 1 week orientation. Monday-Friday 8 : 00 AM-4 : 30 PM. Hours may vary based on department needs.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential / education verification.

Please attach an updated resume / CV as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions, contact Lindsey Fudge at [email protected].