OVERVIEW

The Behavioral Health Clinician is a mobile position that provides direct services, as well as support and oversight in the delivery of clinical services by direct support professionals to address behavioral challenges, social and emotional needs, as well as to improve community participation, inclusion, and quality of life for individuals served. It includes participation and service delivery in a variety of locations including telehealth, in-home, in community, and in residential settings. It may also include participation in rotation of 24/7 on call coverage.

The Behavioral Health Clinician facilitates clinical best practices to optimize the wellbeing and social functioning with adults and youth with IDD and additional disabilities using evidence based clinical approaches, education, facilitation skills, behavior planning, and advocacy to obtain these goals as reflected in each Individual’s Individual Service Plan (ISP), working collaboratively as part of a Team that may include family members, natural supports, and community resources, direct support professionals, management and nursing. In addition, the Behavioral Health Clinician advocates for the best interests of each individual in developing their personal potential, quality of and satisfaction in life and involvement in community life.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, ABA or related field and eligibility to be licensed in RI at the highest level: LICWS, LMHC, BCBA, PH.D., CRC, etc.
• Broad based knowledge including: functional assessment, treatment planning and program development
• Experience working with people who have Intellectual Developmental Disability (IDD), Severe and Persistent Mental Illness, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and other mental health issues in a variety of settings
• Ability to collaborate professionally with support team members working to build the capacity of direct support professionals and others working directly with the individual
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in use of common workplace technologies
• Experience and confidence in providing education and training
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of individuals
• Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle and favorable driving record
• Must have favorable background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Clinician in RI (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, BCBA)
• 5 years working with adults, youth and/or children with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
• Experience in mental health, IDD and use of psychotropic medications for people with IDD
• Experience with accessing community mental health and other resources in integrated settings

BENEFITS

In addition to a creative and collaborative work environment, Perspectives offers a generous benefits package that includes:

• Flexible schedules
• Paid training and mentor programs
• Employee incentive programs
• Generous paid time off
• Verizon, AAA and health club discounts
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401k savings plan

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Perspectives, we listen to people's ideas, see their talents, and assume unlimited potential. We invest in our employees and support their career development by providing the resources to make it happen!

Here are just a few ways we give back to our dedicated professionals:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Management "in-training" programs
• American Sign Language (ASL) classes
• Mindfulness Training
• DSP Mentor Program
• National DSP (NADSP) Certification
• CPR Certification