Rogers Behavioral Health
Behavioral Specialist
Hiring Timeframe
1-2 Weeks
Experience
Senior-level
Location
On-Site
Benefits
401(K) Matching
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Job Description
The Behavioral Specialist supports the delivery of high-quality Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions within Rogers Behavioral Health treatment programs. Working under the supervision of an assigned clinical leader, the Behavior Specialist assesses the function of behavior, designs and implements individualized CBT-specific treatment plans, provides training and education to patients and their support systems, collaborates with an interdisciplinary treatment team, and monitors progress to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Therapeutic Services & Care Delivery:
- Deliver cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic interventions, including group sessions, according to clinical standards of care and under clinical leader supervision.
- Design and execute CBT-specific treatment plans tailored to address presenting symptoms and individual patient goals.
- Provide training and education to parents and support persons on supporting CBT interventions, positive reinforcement techniques, modeling behaviors, and managing challenging situations.
- Ensure patient safety and maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
- Progress Monitoring & Clinical Supervision:
- Regularly monitor the effectiveness of behavioral interventions by administering outcome measures, reviewing results, and modifying care plans in consultation with the clinical leader.
- Participate in routine supervision sessions with the clinical leader to report progress and refine treatment strategies based on patient observations.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Staff Coaching:
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and assist in overall treatment plan development.
- Communicate treatment interventions and ongoing support needs to interdisciplinary team members and family support systems.
- Provide coaching and training support to direct care team members (e.g., MHTs, nurses, clinic assistants) who are less familiar with CBT principles.
- Documentation & Administrative:
- Complete accurate, timely medical record documentation—including therapeutic treatment plans, outcome assessments, and psychosocial information—in compliance with regulatory and payer standards.
- Support staffing and scheduling adjustments based on program and patient care needs.
- Participate in committees, task forces, work groups, and ongoing continuing education opportunities.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education & Credentials:
- Bachelor’s Degree required (Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field).
- Valid Substance Abuse Counselor-in-Training (SAC-IT) credential (or state equivalent) required if assigned to an Addiction Recovery program.
- Active, valid driver's license in good standing (required for Residential programs; preferred for all levels of care).
- Experience:
- Relevant Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) experience required (12 months preferred; acceptable experience includes clinical care, human services, or educational equivalents).
Required On-the-Job Training & Certifications
- American Heart Association CPR Certification: Within 30 days of hire (bi-annual recertification required).
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Training: Within 60 days of hire/transfer (annual recertification required).
- Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) Training: Within 90 days of hire.
- RCC / CBRF Compliance: Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and CBRF requirements (required for Residential Inpatient programs; preferred for all levels of care).
- Unit-Specific Onboarding: Completion of unit-assigned trainings within timelines established by leadership.
