Applied Behavioral Science Specialist (ABSS) - Clinical Services - split position between Putnam and Ulster Counties

The Arc Mid-Hudson, one of the area's leaders in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Ulster, Greene and Putnam counties, is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and innovative Master’s level clinician to lead team members in providing services to disabled adults. The Applied Behavioral Science Specialist is responsible for the provision of relevant clinical services (e.

g., counseling, assessments, psycho-education) following formulation of treatment plans relative to the cognitive developmental disabilities of those they work with.

Responsibilities include

Maintain an active clinic caseload, providing counseling (individual, group, couples, or families), Sexuality Awareness Program (SAP), and Multi-Sensory Environment (MSE) sessions. Provide various assessments within the clinic, including but not limited to Dementia Assessments, IQ testing and Adaptive Scales, Psychological Evaluations, Sexual Consent Assessments, Risk Assessments, and Discipline Specific Assessments.

Complete relevant clinic documentation, including session notes and billing documentation, in a timely manner, which meets regulations for billing and quality of care. Conduct intake sessions, as needed. Respond to crisis situations, as needed or requested. Perform relevant follow-up based on incident recommendations provided by Quality Management.

Provide Intensive Behavioral Services (IBS) and Family Support Services (FSS). Perform chart reviews. Participate as a member of an interdisciplinary team. HOURS: 40/Monday through Friday/9:00 am to 5:00 pm/flexible, based on needs of program SALARY: $ 55,075.59 to $ 64,163.07 per year, based on relevant education and experience. Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or a related field. LCSW or LMHC preferred. Experience working with I/DD preferred.