Behavior Consultant

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a full-time Behavior Consultant in Chester County, PA!

SUMMARY:

The Behavior Consultant will participate in the intake process, case management, selection, orientation, training, and clinical supervision of program staff. Additionally, guide and assist individuals in gaining access to services, monitor service delivery, evaluate outcomes and the continued need for services.

Behavior Consultant will support families throughout Chester County, PA

• Behavior Consultant may work school, after-school or early evening hours depending on program needs

• Flexible scheduling for work/life balance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Salary/year range is $68,000 to $75,000 (based on years of experience as a BC)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide assessment, program design, monitoring and supervision.
• Facilitate services to meet the individualized needs of clients by working in a cross-collaborative effort with multiple service entities.

• Act as clinical leader and develop a treatment plan at ITMs.
• Will provide direct supervision to staff, monitor staff performance, provide direct clinical feedback and determine staff development needs.
• Monitor and revise plans and packets to ensure compliance with, but not limited to State, Federal, and local regulations.
• Review clinical notes to monitor the on-going progress of clients.
• Conduct service intakes for clients to gain a clinical understanding of their educational, behavioral, and medical needs to assist in identifying the appropriate staff and eligibility for services.
• Coordinate resources to enhance the well-being of the child and overall family functioning.
• Assist in problem solving when conflicts arise over behavioral paradigms in other involved systems.
• Troubleshoot with the team when behavior interventions are seen as ineffective for the child or family.
• Develop a 24-hour crisis plan.
• Monitor billing system for accuracy to ensure payment from school districts, Medicaid, and/or private insurers for services provided to clients.
• Collaborate with the mobile therapist and/or behavior health technicians to monitor implementation and effectiveness of treatment plans.
• Travel to and from clients’ locations (i.e., home, school, community settings) to perform duties.

Requirements

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field
• Must have ABA coursework related to behavior theories, protocols, techniques
• Applicant must be enrolled in a BCBA program and pass the exam within 18 months of hire
• Demonstrated work experience with children with ASD
• Supervisory experience - preferred

CREDENTIALS:
(Clearances current within 12 months)

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Human Services FBI – Use code 1KG738
• TB Screening (current within 3 months)
• Education Documentation - Official Transcripts
• PA Behavior Specialist License

Benefits

• Benefits for employees working 30 or more hours per week will be eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental & Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, FlexCare, Short-Term disability and Life insurance
• CCRES 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan 3% matching contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Milestone service award (5 years, 10 years, 15 years)
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay

ABOUT CCRES

CCRES is a 501(c)(3) non-profit industry leader providing educational and behavioral health HR/staffing services within Southeastern PA. We work in partnership with the Home & Community Services (H&CS) -- Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) -- program of the CCIU to provide the highest quality behavioral health services to individuals with special needs.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of CCRES is to ensure quality educational and human service programs for children, families, and schools. Through innovative partnerships, we provide human resources and grant opportunities.

APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!

For a complete listing of available positions with CCRES please click here: https://apply.workable.com/ccres/?lng=en

CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Updated 7/10/24(MA)