Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist - Spanish Speaking
$49,920–$58,240 year
On-siteSan Jose, California, United States
Job Summary
Provide 1:1 assessment, training, and follow-up for clients with intellectual disabilities and mental health issues in their homes and community. Implement positive behavior programs and perform behavioral interventions as prescribed while ensuring compliance with safety and confidentiality standards. Act as a program monitor by completing required forms, incident reports, case notes, and billing documentation. Assess client progress, maintain case records, participate in case reviews, and schedule transportation. Serve as an advocate for clients, providing intervention and consultation as needed, and act as a mandated abuse reporter. Maintain professional relationships with consumers, families, and staff while representing the organization in the community.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology or its equivalent as approved by SCCMH
- Interest and ability to understand and relate to children with developmental/mental health disabilities and behavioral challenges
- Working knowledge of handling aggressive/assaultive behaviors
- Ability to relate in a positive and constructive manner with clients, their families, the community and staff members
- Ability to accept supervision and work cooperatively as a member of the counseling support team
- Ability to observe, evaluate, document and communicate verbally and in writing, client performance and social behavior
- Knowledge and understanding of psychological and mental health disabilities, alternative communication systems and assistive technology
- Utilization of critical thinking skills in decision making situations, good organizational and record keeping skills
- Maintain valid CPR and First Aid certification
- Knowledge and commitment to the principles and concepts of normalization and a commitment to enhance community integration of adults with developmental disabilities
- Flexible, positive and cooperative approach to scheduling and task prioritization in a consumer-driven environment
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