Mental Health Clinician - DD Behavioral

Responsible for performing behavioral support services for adults and children with developmental disabilities as assigned.  Diagnoses, performs behavior analysis including functional assessments, develops/behavior programs, and trains lay staff and parents on behavior program.  May administer standardized psychological tests, and make recommendations based on test results. Provides treatment or makes appropriate referrals for consumers. Carries an active caseload of adults or children with developmental disabilities with challenging behaviors or therapy needs.

This is a full-time benefited position working out of the James Street campus in Holland, Michigan. Travel to other County locations as needed. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducts a functional behavioral assessment of challenging behaviors displayed by assigned consumers and develops behavior programs based on that analysis.

• Presents behavior programs that utilize intrusive level techniques to the Behavior Management Committee.

• Acts as a liaison with prescribers to present medication information to BRTC per state requirements.

• Trains direct care providers and/or family members on all aspects of the behavioral program including data collection. Monitors programs and makes adjustments as necessary for successful results for each assigned consumer.

• Provides regular follow-up and monitoring related to plan goals, objectives, and planned interventions. Completes periodic reviews and documents for the consumer record.

• Administers psychological testing and/or other evaluative instruments and prepares interpretative reports.

• May present results of psychological testing in court testimony for guardianship hearings. May make recommendations for guardianships based on data and information from the guardianship evaluation and current testing results. May serve as liaison with probate court staff to ensure the completion of necessary court procedures.

• Diagnoses mental illness, psychological disturbances, and developmental disabilities using approved diagnostic nomenclature.

• May provide counseling and consultation to consumers and families, as appropriate.

• Consults with psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners and attends medication reviews as needed to present data and observations on consumer behavior and mood for medication management.

• May provide service delivery to persons with developmental disabilities experiencing emergencies, crises, and/or long term dysfunctional behaviors utilizing various modalities of treatment. May provide services to assigned consumers in their home, work site, day program, etc.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Master's degree in psychology, social work or related human services required. Two years of professional experience in a behavioral health agency preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must possess or obtain State of Michigan licensure as a Licensed Behavior Analyst, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Licensed Master's Social Worker, Limited Licensed Master's Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist, Limited Licensed Psychologist, or Temporary Limited License Psychologist.  Candidates who are close to obtaining the required licensing may be considered.

• Must qualify as a QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional).

• Possession of a Michigan driver's license required.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Thorough working knowledge of developmental disabilities and long term dysfunctional behaviors.

• Thorough working knowledge of the DSM-V and the multi-axial system.

• Thorough working knowledge of varied interventions.

• Good working knowledge of the probate court system, including processes and procedures for guardianships.

• Demonstrates the capacity to work effectively within agency parameters.

• Ability to write clear and concise evaluation reports, progress notes, and other necessary documentation.

• Participates with and accepts clinical and administrative supervision.

• Engages consumers easily and establishes a therapeutic alliance early in the treatment process.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audio logical appliances, and devices to increase mobility.  Position may require physical intervention.

Working Conditions:

Works in office conditions and travels throughout the county to access consumers in a variety of settings. May be exposed to volatile or disruptive behaviors.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer