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Salary: $1600 / Week

Behavior Specialist -- Woonsocket, RI

+ Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

+ 13 Week Contract (extensions Likely)

+ Pay Rate Negotiable

Position Details:

+ Completion of initial standardized assessments and baseline assessments of functioning.

+ The development of individual goals and objectives to be included in the Individual Support Plan.

+ The development of teaching procedures for the implementation of each of the goals and objectives in the Individual Support Plan.

+ The collection of data for each goal and objective frequency as defined in the teaching plans and programs.

+ The submission of all data sheets to agency Consulting Psychologist and/or Clinical Director as directed.

+ Completion of progress reports as noted in Individual Support Plan.

+ Analysis of data collected and development of graphic data presentations to determine teaching program effectiveness.

+ Participation in Team meetings for all individuals assigned on caseload as needed.

+ Schedule and facilitate training and observation sessions with staff as needed.

+ Communicate any educational, behavioral or family concerns to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.

+ Participate in staff training as assigned or per agency policy.

+ Implements and fosters the principles of self-advocacy which promote an independent lifestyle and respect for program participants.

+ Communicates effectively with a variety of community agencies, businesses and members, verbally or in writing.

+ Adheres to all Human Rights policies and procedures, completes incident reports as needed, and provides the least restrictive environment, while adhering to each participant’s level of supervision.

+ Is a Safety Care Trainer

Requirements:

+ Master's Degree in Psychology, mental health, or similar field

+ BCBA or ABA Cert preferred but not required

+ 2+ years experience

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.