About Beacon
Beacon Specialized Living NJ is a premier provider in the Social Services industry and a great place to work! Beacon provides services, resources and support for adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities in Central New Jersey. Founded in 1964 as a leading nation wide provider of specialized adult foster care, intermittent services crisis respite services, and assisted senior living services. Beacon has been recognized as a leader in its field for the past 59 years, offering proven experience and a commitment to excellence that extends across all of our services.

General Statement of Duties
Under the direction of the Vice-President of Clinical Services, the Behaviorist works directly with consumers and staff at Beacon to assess and evaluate the behavioral management needs of persons we serve.

• Meets with consumers as assigned to develop and implement Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
• Regularly reviews and revises the plan
• Trains staff directly working with the consumer to implement the BSP
• Compiles internal and external reports as required
• Acts as a member of a team addressing significant behavioral and/or medical changes in consumers.
• May be available by phone when emergencies occur; may assist in person.
• Maintains comprehensive notes and tracking records as required.
• Ensures program records are properly maintained and reports are prepared and submitted on time, including but not limited to, time and attendance and electronic case records. Enters data into electronic consumer data base each day of work.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology and/or a related field
• 2 years of experience working with persons with disabilities who have mental illness and behavioral issues.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring behavior plans
• Experience with behavioral and/or psychiatric assessments and interventions
• Ability to train and coach staff to implement Behavior Support Plans (BSP)/Guidelines
• Ability to effectively complete necessary work-related documentation through paper and electronic records systems
• Valid driver’s license and personal automobile
• Ability to write progress notes

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Referral Program

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person