Behavioral Assessment Specialist - PLMHP Required
Company: Region V Services
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: February 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Description:JOB SUMMARYUnder direct supervision of the
Behavorial Assessment Clinician, the Behavioral Assessment
Specialist will be responsible for providing consultative
assessment services which include addressing problematic concerns
and developing behavioral interventions. This position will conduct
functional behavioral assessments and write and train Direct
Support Professionals (DSPs) to teach and implement behavior
support plans. Duties include observations, monthly analysis,
attending Individual Support plans, and working closely with
teams.ELIGIBLE FOR A $1,000 NEW HIRE INCENTIVESCHEDULEThe
Behavioral Assessment Specialist position is a non-exempt full-time
position Monday-Friday, based on a 40-hour work week.This position
offers a hybrid work schedule, with a requirement of working
on-site at an Apace location at least 3 days per week.Apace offers
a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, paid
leave, tuition assistance, and retirement benefits. Review benefits
online @ www.goapace.com/benefitsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSWork well with
teams, recognizing that those who work with the people we support
on a day-to-day basis will be guiding plans and interventions
relying on professionals' technical knowledge.Conduct Consultative
Assessment Services, under the supervision and approval of the
Director; monitor plans, coordinate, and implement goals,
objectives, and individual safety plans to comply with DHHS
guidelines and regulations. Consultative Assessment Services may
include, but are not limited to:Performing a Functional Behavioral
Assessment including level of risk necessary to address problematic
behaviors in functioning that are attributed to developmental,
cognitive, or communication impairments.Evaluating whether current
interventions are correctly administered and effective.Recommending
best practices in intervention strategies with consideration to the
participant's medical and psychological diagnoses, as well as
environmental impact to service delivery to the participant's
team.Works directly with the Behavorial Assessment Clinician to
ensure the department achieves goals and improves the quality of
behavioral assessments and consultations. Be visible to employees
and all those receiving services, directly and indirectly. This
visibility extends throughout all Agency physical locations and all
services provided.Maintain consistent lines of communication with
staff, coordinators, and teams to ensure behavioral and safety
plans are being implemented effectively. Keeps Apace's Leadership
Team up to date on operations and supports.Ensure Agency policies,
procedures, and all State waiver regulations are followed.Local
travel required to Apace locations throughout southeast
Nebraska.Performs other duties as assigned to meet the needs of
Apace.Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesLifting may be
required at the service location. If lifting or other adaptive
equipment is available, it MUST be used.Ability to utilize all
Agency required computer systems. Must have a strong sense of
urgency, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work with
minimal supervision. Prioritizes work to ensure that it is done in
a timely manner and deadlines are met. Minimum Qualifications At
minimum, must possess and maintain a Provisional Licensed Mental
Health Practitioner (PLMHP) license to practice in the State of
Nebraska. Opportunity for internal supervision hours available.
Master's Degree in an area of mental health or relevant field. Two
(2) years' relevant work experience. Experience in community-based
services preferred. Must possess and maintain a current, valid
driver's license, pass a driving record check and may, depending on
Agency needs, be required to have available an automobile with
required state insurance coverage for purposes of transporting
persons in service. Desired QualificationsLicensed Independent
Mental Health Practitioner (LiMHP), Licensed Mental Health
Practitioner (LMHP)Compensation details: 26.53-28.44 Hourly
WagePI2b98613f9af3-25660-36427987
Keywords: Region V Services, Lincoln , Behavioral Assessment Specialist - PLMHP Required, Other , Lincoln, Nebraska
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