Behavioral Specialist

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Neuro Restorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Neuro Restorative, a member of the Sevita family, is a mission-based organization dedicated to providing high quality services to those we serve. Therefore, to deliver on our mission, the Network expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission.

Implements treatment plan for behaviorally challenged and emotionally disturbed individuals by providing individual and/or group support and intervention. Performs assessments and evaluations, then develops a plan and teaches based on the assessment. May also assist with the intake process.

• Completes structured assessment interviews with parents/care providers. Conducts observation of the individual in appropriate settings such as home, school, or community.
• Reviews social history information, completes functional assessments, and targets appropriate behavior base line information for each referred client.
• Writes and submits summary of assessment and recommended behavior support plan components to interdisciplinary team (IDT) or program manager as applicable.
• Ensures behavior support plans and support services provided are in compliance with Individual Plans, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Advocates for the human rights and civil rights of individuals receiving services from the agency by attending and presenting behavior support plan information to human rights and other review committees.
• Supports and trains staff in implementing behavior intervention plans and conducts classes and orientations as assigned by the program director. Attends staff meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings, as applicable.
• Monitors assigned cases and initiates termination/transition process when appropriate. Ensures optimal caseload is maintained.
• Assures that documentation and records are kept confidential, organized, and complete. Submits monthly documentation to supervisor in an accurate and timely manner.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with local contacts, other professionals, and staff members.
• Performs other related duties and activities as required.

None required.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a human services field
• 2-4 years’ experience in a behavioral management role.
• Documented training in behavior modification techniques required.

• None required.

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• Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case by case basis via the interactive process.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.