Behavior Intervention Specialist (Non-Profit) - Staten Island

AHRC NYC is looking for a Full -Time Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) for our Staten Island residences to provide diagnostic evaluation, testing and treatment services as a member of departmental or inter-departmental interdisciplinary teams, as well as complete behavior support plans for individuals receiving support from AHRC New York City.Salary: $62,000-$78,000 per year depending on licenses, certifications and experience. In addition, this position comes with a very generous Benefit packagesee Benefit information below.Position Responsibilities:Performs all duties necessary to ensure compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping.Conducts other related tasks as needed or required.Completes pre-admission evaluations, annual psychological status assessments, and periodic diagnostic testing, as well assists in completion of/completes behavior support plans as part of an interdisciplinary team and subsequently assists in implementation and monitoring of support plan initiatives.Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed.Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families or residential settings or other relevant stakeholders in the individual’s service provision.Provides crisis intervention, as well as instructs staff in appropriate techniques for handling behavior management problems.Interprets psychological behavioral problems and test findings to direct care staff and provides in-service training in areas such as behavior modification and physical intervention.Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate, providing input particularly on individuals with identified or emerging behavior management issues.Accurately and timely maintains appropriate service records for individuals supported.