Lead Behavioral Interventionist

Essential Functions

• Schedules and hosts Quarterly Meetings in assigned area
• Reviews and completes BI progress reports
• Reviews progress reports for assigned cases
• Completes Observation Reports of staff in assigned area
• Observes Behavioral Interventionists in assigned location quarterly, per case as assigned by Supervisor
• Shadows shifts with newly hired Behavioral Interventionists as assigned by Supervisor
• Provides insight, ideas and answers questions of Behavioral Interventionists
• Reports to Supervisor any issues or concerns observed while shadowing newly hired Behavioral Interventionists or existing Behavioral Interventionists
• Assists Behavioral Interventionist Supervisor in program data management and quality improvement
• Tracks child behaviors through recorded assessment scores
• Reviews neuro-stim activity spreadsheet per staff
• Maintains waitlist for assigned area and follows up with referring parties
• Collaborates and identifies pathways for areas of improvement
• Reviews electronic client record for required documentation
• Provides audit review to BI staff for follow-up
• Follow ups on requested documentation
• Assists in new hire on-the-job training and shadowing
• Provides initial and ongoing on-the-job training to Behavioral Interventionist staff
• Provides initial documentation training and requirements of daily progress notes
• Discusses and demonstrates the role of the Behavioral Interventionist in the home
• Provides CPI training for new hires and annual training renewals
• Assists Behavioral Interventionist Supervisor with establishing a list of monthly training courses
• Coordinates shadowing opportunities for new staff
• Assists in internal collaboration with departments in assigned area
• Provides in-person introduction to BI program for internal staff and partners
• Maintains NRC in assigned location
• Tracking spreadsheet of checked in/ checked out items
• Maintenance duties
• Gather and request inventory
• Provides emergency support to Behavioral Interventionist staff and families in assigned area
• Available 24/7 to families and staff for support
• Assists Behavioral Interventionist Supervisor in completion of aftercare for assigned area
• Maintains own case load and provides direct service to clients; minimum of 15 billable hours per week
• Provides one-on-one services to clients enrolled in the Behavioral Interventionist program, following requirements and policies of agency, contracts, state regulations and COA standards at all times
• Maintains strong, open communication with caregivers of clients to ensure service efficacy and approval of agenda and activities during shifts. Adheres to family routines and structure as established
• Provides direct supervision to clients
• Assists clients through completion of daily responsibilities, activities, and living skills
• Provides direction, coaching, and approved intervention strategies from Bruce Perry's trauma-informed brain stimulating activities
• Adheres to the goals established in the client's treatment plan to help youth work toward and achieve treatment goals
• Models positive behavior and effective problem-solving techniques
• Completes all shift documentation within twenty-four (24) hours of a shift worked
• Participates as an active team member by attending and participating in all scheduled staff meetings and professional development trainings
• Meets with client's professional team and attends court hearings as requested by Supervisor
• Participates in monthly supportive supervision with direct Supervisor
• Job may require the employee to be able to regularly drive to various DCCCA locations and other business locations throughout the day including early morning or evening hours
• Assists with and facilitates psychosocial groups as scheduled
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma required; bachelor s degree preferred
• At least one (1) year of experience working with youth with elevated behavioral needs preferred
• Must successfully complete Crisis Intervention (CPI) training within two weeks of hire
• Experience working with marginalized communities with a nuanced understanding of systemic oppression
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability; able to shift styles to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people, and organizations
• Solid commitment to the principles of support and advocacy for foster and adoptive families
• Must possess a valid state Driver s License, in force automobile liability insurance, and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets organization s insurability standard as defined by DCCCA policy. Availability of reliable transportation is required for this position

• Requires overall computer knowledge and proficiency with the following:
• Computerized database programs
• Spreadsheet programs
• Word processing programs
• Requires the ability to efficiently operate office equipment such as:
• Computerized e-mail systems
• Calculators, copiers, fax machines
• Telephones and voicemail…