In Home Behavioral Health Therapist (IHBS)

Bay coast Behavioral - Fall River, MA

- Starting salary $55,000 - $65,000 -

The Position: **Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply!**

With flexible hours, a competitive starting salary, an excellent benefits package, paid holidays and a cohesive "family-like" work environment, an IHBS at Bay Coast Behavioral will use their Master's level education to serve as a primary therapist and contact for all in-home clients. Our IHBS mental health professionals develop treatment plans while ensuring the effective implementation of all in-home treatment and programming for clients on their caseload.

This full-time or part-time position for a Behavior Management Therapist is responsible for adhering to professional and legal requirements and principles as well as always demonstrating sound professional judgment. The Behavior Management Therapist is responsible for ensuring that each client on their caseload receives at least the minimum standard of care according to program standards and principles of "good practice."

Who We Are:

Bay Coast Behavioral provides an array of behaviorally based treatment and mental health services to children, families, and adults. We are friends, we are a family, and we strive to uphold the same level of care and patience for our staff that we provide for our clients. Bay Coast Behavioral is passionate about being a welcoming and respectful working environment that gives every employee a chance to grow in both their professional and personal lives.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or closely related relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience.

Job Duties:

• Initiate contact with new referrals and/or referral sources in a timely manner.
• Attend regularly scheduled treatment team (CPT) meetings to communicate the client's progress while reviewing and evaluating the performance of the Behavior Management Monitor (BMM).
• Meet with the client's guardian(s) or other family members as needed to review overall progress and discuss changes to the treatment plan while providing direct instruction and training.
• Meet with collateral service providers to coordinate care across all settings
• Write plans/reports as required, and prepare and submit all required documentation for initial or renewing plans/authorizations in a timely manner.
• Submit new case documentation for filing within three days of initial contact (consent, releases of information, etc.).
• Obtain client/parent/guardian's signature treatment plan within seven days of completion.
• Visit in-home treatment clients according to program guidelines.
• Provide billing data to biller for individual clients and clients with unusual billing requirements.
• Execute disciplinary action against BMMs as required.
• Ensure that BMMs complete incident reports for significant incidents within 24 hours.
Schedule and attend all supervision as required with Clinical Director

Salary & Benefits:

This position is full-time, has an excellent benefits package, a competitive salary, and a wonderful work environment! Salary starts at $55,000 - $65,000. Our benefits package includes:

• A focused commitment to Work-life Balance with Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, & Vacation time.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• AFLAC Supplementary Insurance
• Tuition Assistance & Continuing Education Program

Part-time, fee for service positions available*

Bay Coast Behavioral has been accredited by CARF! Accreditation is an official recognition that our organization is guided by internationally recognized service standards and best practices.

EEO Statement: As an equal opportunity employer, Ocean State Behavioral seeks qualified candidates for all posted employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran status.