Educational Behavioral Consultant

Helen Wood Hall

Full time

R275633

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

255 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

400089 Dev & Behav Pediatrics

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 107

Compensation Range:

$48,400.00 - $67,800.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

The CCP Consultant is responsible for implementing educational and behavioral consultative services with outpatient and community settings associated with the medical center. Services may be provided in the context of clinical service, research, consultation, or education. This role involves the delivery of outpatient services that will involve travel to districts or agencies across the region. This role involves services delivery for patients across the life course; the primary population is children and adolescents, with potential of providing adult services. The consultant will train URMC and community-based staff, and caregivers on all interventions. The Consultant will uphold ethical standards according to their field practice and/or governing agency.

Essential Functions:

• Performs complex functional behavioral assessments, functional analyses, skill assessments, and/or educational assessments in collaboration with staff, individuals and their families to achieve positive outcomes and improved quality of life. Develops function-based behavioral interventions, training models and teaching programs. This includes but is not limited to instructional strategies and behavior reduction strategies, safety plans, and transitions plans. Coordinates training with individuals, family and staff (may include peer supervision and consultation) in areas including but not limited to milieu, home foster home, educational, medical, clinic and community settings. Assesses successful completion of behavior and/or training plans and terminates participation accordingly. Coordinates with Primary Care Physicians, school teams, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.

• Develops, maintains and updates behavior and/or training plans in compliance with Program, Department and Hospital regulations. Meets minimum target for productivity set by service director.

• Acts as primary contact for behavior and/or teaching plans. Collaborates with referral sources and other professionals both internal and external throughout implementation of behavior plans.

• Establishes and regularly maintains cooperative working relationships with schools, community and health care agencies, as well as professional and administrative staff of the Medical Center and University. May serve on agency and community committees.

• Contribute to DBP-related community requests and programs related to disseminating and providing training around behavioral supports and services including:

• Develop and deliver educational presentations to agencies, school districts, community groups that include behavioral strategies and systemic approaches to supporting behavior

• Provide ongoing technical assistance around behavioral supports for agencies, school districts, community groups

• Develop toolkits and other materials on behavioral supports for individuals with ASD that can be disseminated throughout the hospital and available to community members

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience required

• Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, education or related field strongly preferred

• At least 3 years’ experience working with individuals with autism and related disorders or developmental disabilities with comorbid mental health needs across community, school, or other clinical settings strongly preferred. Experience working in schools and/or with school teams is highly preferred.

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively with key stakeholders across a number of different hospital and community settings preferred.

• Flexible in approach and appreciates the demands of a fast-paced, constantly evolving practice preferred.

• Must be willing to travel to schools and/or agencies located across the region preferred.

• Can work with individuals with varying levels of need and complexity preferred.

• Comfortable working with pilot and novel programs to create new opportunities for integrated service models preferred.

• Must demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• A professional license or education credentials that meet national standards upon hire required

• NYS Teaching Certification, NY School Psychologist certification, Speech Pathologist, or other licensed mental health worker preferred. A combination of similar credentials and experience would also be considered.

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