Behavior Specialist

Clinical/Social Work Housatonic, MA


Description

Who We Are Looking For:

Are you the Behavioral Therapist we have been looking for? Berkshire Meadows is a residential school for children with complex medical, intellectual and developmental differences. The 365-day-a-year program includes educational, nursing and medical services, allied health services, and activities of daily living development. Set in the picturesque Berkshire Hills, Berkshire Meadows has homelike residences that are fully accessible homes and enable and maximize growth and skill development.

What You'll Do:

We are seeking a professional with experience in the field of developmental disabilities who can oversee the implementation of a behavior management system. In this position, you will work with a dynamic team of professionals including a clinical psychologist and a neuropsychiatrist. This position includes data monitoring and assisting in the development of treatment plans with other members of a multidisciplinary team.

Why JRI?
  • Be who you are! JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve.
  • We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
  • Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
  • Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
  • Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
  • Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
  • Wellness benefits including access to employee resource groups (including multicultural affinity groups, LGBTQ+ advocacy, employee engagement groups, etc.), self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements:

  • Position requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Psychology, or related field.
  • At least three years of service with special needs population.
  • ABA experience required. BCBA preferred. Assistance with BCBA Certification available.
  • Meet programs requirements for CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SAFIS background check. Acceptable Driving Record check and a valid driver’s license. 

JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.