Behavior Intervention Specialist

Level: Experienced

Job Location:

PWW Riverhead - Riverhead, NY 11901

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Salary Range: $66,300.00 - $66,300.00 Salary/year

Job Shift: Day

The Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring person-centered Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and strategies for individuals receiving services across mental health (OMH) and OPWDD programs. Operating within a Positive Behavioral Supports (PBS) framework, the BIS collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to optimize individual independence, manage human rights compliance, and minimize the use of restrictive interventions.

• Assessments:
  Conduct person-centered Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify behavioral triggers, baseline functions, and environmental factors. Additional assessments, such as Home/Community Alone Assessments, Consent Assessments, Key Assessments, and others as requested.
• Plan Development:
  Author, monitor, and revise individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) ensuring strict adherence to 14 NYCRR Parts 633 and 635 regulations.
• Clinical Supervision Compliance:
  Coordinate plan reviews with the LCSW when incorporating restrictive/intrusive interventions or rights limitations.
• Staff Training:
  Facilitate comprehensive instruction for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and management teams on plan methodologies, proactive strategies, and data collection tools.
• Crisis Infrastructure:
  Provide hands-on guidance during behavioral crises utilizing proactive ABA strategies and, when necessary, agency-approved SCIP-R crisis intervention competencies.
• Governance Committees:
  Actively prepare documentation for and present plans to the Human Rights Committee (HRC) and Informed Consent / Incident Review Committees (IRC) as well as High Risk, Admissions, Department Meetings and other committees as required.
• Interdisciplinary Teamwork:
  Collaborate alongside Care Managers, Residential Managers, Nursing staff, and Psychiatrists/Providers to coordinate holistic clinical outcomes.
• Medicaid Documentation:
  Maintain real-time compliance with daily clinical tracking, progress notes, and supporting records in line with Medicaid and state auditing mandates.
• On
  - Site Monitoring:
  Regularly visit group homes and/or day programs to observe DSP implementation, audit behavior data accuracy, and adjust plans accordingly.
• Safeguard Supports:
  Provide safeguards, including emotional support and diminution as requested as part of allegation protections. Secure psychological recommendations as part of investigations.
• Additional Duties:
  As assigned.

• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Deep understanding of NYS OPWDD regulations, Person-Centered Planning, and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  High competency in behavioral data collection, graphical trend analysis, and evidence-based tracking methods.
• Crisis Control:
  Documented capability to manage crisis situations calmly and physically execute approved restrictive interventions if trained and certified.
• Systems Proficiency:
  Capability to manage electronic health records (EHR) systems alongside standard business application suites.
• On-Call Responsibilities:
  May be required to participate in on-call or after-hours behavioral consultation and crisis support based on program needs, departmental coverage, and assignment.
• Cross-Program Support: BIS staff may have a primary program assignment but remain part of the agency-wide Behavioral Services team and may provide cross-program support as needed.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social…