Behavior Consultant

Position: Behavior Consultant

Type: Full-Time

Location: Erie Office

Status: Exempt

Sign on Bonus offered

Master level applicants with BCBA certification: $3,000

Master level applicant with LBS: $2,000

Master level applicant: $1,000

• All sign-on bonuses require a one-year commitment contract.
  
  

Description:

• The Behavior Consultant develops and directs the individualized treatment of children diagnosed with behavioral health and developmental disorders.
• The BC provides training and support to the Behavioral Health Technician on appropriate therapeutic interventions targeted to reduce client(s) maladaptive behaviors and increase adaptive behaviors as outlined in the child's Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP). Services are provided in the home, school, and other community settings. This position reports to the IBHS Supervisor and the IBHS Director.
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Develop, design, and direct the implementation of the child's treatment plan.
• Monitor, track, and interpret behavioral data.
• Provide training, supervision, and consultative resources to bachelor level staff.
• Participate in internal and external team meetings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of functional behavior assessments (FBA).
• Demonstrate good writing skills.
• Receive encouragement and support to engage in research and professional presentations locally, regionally, and nationally should this be of interest.
  
  

Why join the Achievement Center of LECOM Health?

• Time Off: 8 Paid holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, and paid time off.
• Professional Advancement: Certification and professional development opportunities, $200 annual credit towards licensure CEU's or licensure renewal and dedicated training budget.
• Benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage with additional savings at LECOM Home Host facilities. Numerous voluntary supplemental insurance coverages. No cost Long-term Disability and Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement: 403(b) Savings Plan enrollment with company match.
• Wellness: No cost Employee Assistance Program, discounted membership to LECOM Wellness Center, dedication to work/life balance, and MeQuilibrium (meQ) app.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: We are a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
  
  

Requirements:

• Graduate degree from a college or university that is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in a generally recognized clinical discipline in which the degree program includes a clinical practicum OR equivalent degree from a foreign college or university that has been evaluated by the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A general equivalency report from the listed evaluator agencies to verify a foreign degree or its equivalency will be accepted.
• An LSW, LPC or LCSW that includes mental health clinical experience.
• Strong public speaking skills and ability to construct and deliver small and large group presentations
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver's license, current insurance coverage and consistent access to a reliable vehicle.
• Mandated Reporter and Safety Care Training within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred Training / Experience:
• 2 years' experience in behavioral/mental health field working with adult population.
  
  

Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply.

The Achievement Center of LECOM Health commits to further living our values of inclusion and compassion and to strengthening policies and practices that better demonstrate social responsibility, diversity, inclusion equity, and cultural humility. We are committed to continuously listen, learn, and grow. We believe that an informed, diverse, and representative workforce will help everyone achieve more and do better.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.