Therapeutic Behavioral Support Specialist

Description

Job Summary:

The Therapeutic Behavioral Services Specialist (TBSS) works primarily out of one or more of our partner school locations and serves as the clinical lead for developing the treatment plan and associated interventions for clients with identified behavior disorders who do not need therapy. The TBSS provides Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) and Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment (CPST) that varies with respect to hours, type, and intensity based on client need and is designed to meet the individualized mental health needs of children, adolescents and families as defined by an active treatment plan.  

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Reviews the Diagnostic Assessment (DA) and additional screenings to aid in the ongoing development and implementation of a client's strengths-based individualized treatment plan (ITP).
• Provides initial and ongoing assessment of client needs.
• Assists the school-based client and their caregiver(s) in identifying strategies and/or treatment options designed to address the symptoms associated with the individual's mental illness; Provides education and consultative services to the individual, family and key stakeholders to support success.
• Collaborates and coordinates care with designated social service providers, medical providers, family members, school staff and other Red Oak Behavioral Health employees according to the client's strengths-based individual treatment plan.
• Assist school-based clients in restoration of social and interpersonal skills through rehabilitation and support to increase community tenure, enhance relationships, establish support networks, increase community awareness, develop coping strategies, and promote effective functioning in the individual’s social environment including home, school or work.
• Partners with school staff and personnel that provide support and guidance to establish appropriate referral processes for mental health services; Works as a member of a designated school-based team(s) to implement school-based mental health services; Attends relevant school meetings to provide consultation and support to students, caregivers, school staff and administrators.
• Provides individualized education and training specific to the individual’s assessed needs, abilities and readiness to learn, as appropriate; Delivers groups during and after school and during periods when school is not in session as needed.
• Develop and utilize evidence-based interventions to address mental health and behavioral needs; Assists with accessing natural support systems in the community and provides linkage to resources.
• Meets with assigned Supervisor/Manager for weekly supervision; Participates in ongoing training as required by state, local and organization standards. 
• Adheres to and supports the mission, vision, and values of Red Oak; meets or exceeds designated service delivery expectations.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, nursing, or in a related human services field, or non-related Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant/related experience required.

At least 1 year of relevant experience in the behavioral health sector.

A valid Ohio Driver’s License and a safe/operable automobile, with proof of liability auto insurance coverage that meets the state minimum.

Knowledge of child development and mental health issues, along with proficiency in delivering evidence-based mental health interventions both inside and outside of school settings. 

Relevant Skills

Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or employees of the organization.

Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.

Ability to write and or type routine reports and correspondence.