What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Specialist DD/MH Diagnosis Team position at Merakey?
COME WORK FOR MERAKEY !!
Do you have the passion to lead an integrated high performing team that is changing lives and service delivery systems? Merakey is expanding its services in Ohio, and you could be part of leading highly driven professionals to make a meaningful change.
Merakey is seeking aFull-Time Dual Diagnosis (Mental Health and Developmental Disability) Behavior Specialist based out ofDayton, Ohio serving counties acrossSouth WestOhio.
The Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (DDTT) program offers support to children and adults who have both a serious mental illness and a developmental disability. Participants receive counseling, physical healthcare, support finding housing, assistance during crises, and help dealing with other issues in their daily lives.
The Behavior Specialist is responsible for assessing, planning, and developing recovery treatment and support plans for adults with an Intellectual Developmental Disability and mental health diagnosis. The Behavior Specialist provides intensive therapeutic services in all types of settings, including but not limited to community living arrangements, schools, community settings, natural support residents, etc. The Behavioral Specialist, in collaboration with other members of the treatment team, design and directs the implementation of a recovery treatment and support plan that utilizes a person-centered approach.
ABOUT MERAKEY
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations.
The work of Merakey is anchored in the firm belief that it is every individual's right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment in their lives. Surrounding professional staff with the best in technology and supports, Merakey is a leader in the industry and remains committed to helping people...one individual at a time.
Benefits
Merakey offers flexible schedules, Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, tuition reimbursement, work/life balance, and so much more!
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply
Requirements:- Masters degree preferred in Social Work, Psychology, or another Human Services related field preferred. Bachelor level applicants with significant experience are encouraged to apply
- 1-3 years of experience working in Mental Health and/or Intellectual Developmental Disabilities populations
- Have knowledge and/or certification in an established behavior modification technique such as Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Functional Behavioral Analysis (FBA), ect.
- Valid OH Driver's License and appropriate state and federal clearance
