Behavior Specialist II

Do you have a passion for improving the health of individuals receiving behavioral health services? Would you like to be a valuable member of a diversity driven, mission-minded team that impacts our community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Behavior Specialist. 

What You Will Be Doing
Working as a Behavior Specialist II you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of the ISK Behavior Treatment Team and work directly with a caseload of individuals who require a Behavior Support Plan for medication purposes only.  Your role will include completing psychological and/or behavioral assessments to identify their behavioral needs utilizing applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles and current standards.  From there, you’ll develop Behavior Support Plans and provide training to staff on implementation of these plans.  In addition, you will collect and assist with analyzing data for the approximate 150 Behavior Support Plan caseload of the Behavior Treatment Team as a whole.  You’ll work closely with the Behavior Treatment Review Committee (BTRC) through submission and presentation of Behavior Support Plans for approval as well completing quarterly reviews, including data and analysis, to monitor the effectiveness of the plans, amending them as appropriate.  You will work closely with case managers and provider agencies providing consultation and recommendations for individuals who may not require a Behavior Support Plan, but only Behavior Guidelines (not reviewed by the BTRC).

What We Require
You will have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related human service field and three years of experience as well as the ability to support the confidential nature of working with individuals diagnosed with a mental illness and/or co-occurring disorder, a serious emotional disturbance, and/or an intellectual disability.  You will meet the eligibility criteria of a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) and/or Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP).  Excellent communication writing, interpersonal, and human relation skills.  Advanced computer skills, including word processing, data base management, electronic health record, and e-mail. Required licenses: Valid Michigan Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Why Work For ISK
Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development. 

We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan, including a 6.2% retirement match and pension plan! You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, 23 days of PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program!  Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise!
 
Who We Are
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment.

Come Join Us!
Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce.   ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.
 
We look forward to meeting you! If you, or someone you know, might be interested in this position, visit www.iskzoo.org/careers to learn more and to apply today!

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Physical Efforts – Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing as appropriate.  May occasionally require light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending as appropriate.  Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot.                  

Working Conditions – Office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones.  Use of computer screen for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time.  Possible eyestrain from extended periods of viewing computer screen.  May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites.  Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area is required.