Behavioral Specialist (The Crisis Service Diagnostic Center)
Macon, Georgia•Full-time
About the Job
Behavioral Specialist at The Crisis Service Diagnostic Center
Company Overview:
At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.
Position Overview:
The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center provides individualized, short-term (up to 90 days) stabilization supports a maximum of sixteen (16) adults aged 18 and above who have intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) and/or co-occurring behavioral health (BH) diagnoses adults with. These individuals may be experiencing psychiatric crises or significant emotional/behavioral challenges that threaten their ability to remain in their current home environment.
Location/Schedule:
750 Hazel Street, Macon, GA – Monday-Friday with some weekends, 8am-5:30pm or 3pm-11pm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement individualized behavior support plans designed by a Behavior Analyst to address crisis behaviors.
- Use evidence-based crisis response strategies, including de-escalation, calming techniques, and behavior redirection.
- Collect and document data on behaviors during crises to inform intervention planning and track progress.
- Assist with functional behavior assessments to identify behavior triggers and patterns.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (BCBAs, nurses, therapists, RBTs, DSPs) to ensure comprehensive care.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s degree in psychology, Behavior Analysis, Education, Social Work, or related human services field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year completing comprehensive functional assessments and behavior support plans.
- Minimum of 2 years working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health needs.
Training:
- At least 35 hours of education/training in behavior analysis and behavioral support for individuals with developmental disabilities or must complete within the first 30 days of employment.
Additional Benefits:
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Short and long-term disability coverage.
- 12Paid holidays.
- Voluntary Life Insurance.