Behavior Consultant

Chimes Holcomb offers a trauma-informed and recovery-oriented atmosphere with a focus on evidence-based practices. Regular training and free CEUs offered. Supervision for licensure available. Differential pay for administrative duties. 10 holidays per year Full-Time and Part-Time 1 employees. PTO available for employees working 25-40 hours per week. See below for additional benefits.

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is seeking to hire a Behavior Consultant

Position specifics: Full-Time and Part-Time

Location: Upper Darby, PA

Program: IBHS (Intensive Behavioral Health Services)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

It is the responsibility of the BC to develop and oversee the implementation of formal behavior management plans, conduct functional behavioral assessments and provide behavioral consultation for IBHS clients as supervised by the Clinical Coordinator.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION(S):

• Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy/procedures.
• Report to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by direct supervisor
• Complete 16 hours of Department of Human Services approved training yearly.
• Complete all additional required trainings as per Professional Development Plan.
• Submit to Human Resources in a timely manner copies of all required documentation regarding degree, licenses, certifications, clearances and formal trainings.
• Provide clinical, mobile service delivery as defined by the program description, best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards.
• Collect outcome data for all clients at times of service re- authorization.
• Provide quality mobile services based on established best practice principles of care.
• Maintain quality documentation of clinical service delivery
• Maintain professional relationship with clients, payers and community support service representatives.
• Provide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, in a timely manner.
• Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation
• Conduct assessments of all new IBHS clients on his/her caseload.
• Develop and oversee of implementation of behavior management plans.
• Provide crisis assessment and behavioral stabilization services as necessary
• Provide case consultation to BHTs providing services on all shared cases and for other staff as required by the Coordinator.
• Provide clinical consultation to parents, extended family, teachers and other adult caregivers regarding prescribed behavioral interventions
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans and discharge summaries.
• Provide complete, accurate information regarding the frequency, intensity and duration of both target behaviors and suggested replacement behaviors
• Participate in 1 hour of individual face-to-face supervision monthly, as well as all applicable program staff meetings. If BC supervises BHT, must participate in an additional 1 hour of supervision that month.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Masters degree in psychology, social work, education, or counseling from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council or Higher Education Accreditation or an equivalent degree from a foreign college or university that has been evaluated by the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services

Minimum Experience: One year of full-time experience in providing mental health direct services to children, youth or young adults.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Requirements: License Preferred

Required Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list.

NOTE: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted in lieu of the requirements specified under Education and Experience.

Holcomb offers a generous benefit package to all employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week. Benefits are available the first day of a new month after completing 30 days of employment. Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision are included. Paid holidays in addition to earned paid time off, 403(B) with company match, and 1 year salary of life insurance is available as well. Some benefits are available to employees working between 25-29 hours per week.

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer! Holcomb personnel policies, procedures and practices prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, handicap, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected class. Employment opportunities shall be made available for qualified handicapped applicants and reasonable accommodation shall be made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland.  Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.