Job description

Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Little Rock, AR
Category: Crisis Response Services
Wage: n/a
Sign-On Bonus: n/a

Description:
If you’re looking for a rewarding career in serving individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) come join Benchmark Human Services, a national leader in behavioral health and IDD services! Benchmark is seeking a Qualified Behvavioral Health Provider (QBHP) for our community-based crisis response project located in Little Rock, Arkansas. We provide thorough training, great challenges, and even greater fulfillment as you help individuals reach their maximum potential.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The QBHP will assist providers of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities/Behavioral Health (IDD/BH) services in Summit Community Care’s provider network who support persons with IDD in crisis and at high risk of disruptions in placement. As a member of the Provider Focus capacity building and crisis support team with Benchmark Human Services, the QBHP is a paraprofessional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a Licensed Mental Health Professional (“designated QBHP supervisor”). The QBHP is primarily responsible for coaching and training on skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans with agency staff, such as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
BENEFITS:

• PTO and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Advancement Opportunities
• And MORE!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide face-to-face or virtual coaching and training with DSP staff of participating IDD/BH providers.
• Assist agency staff with development, implementation, and monitoring of Clinical Treatment Plans (or equivalent behavior support plan) including coaching on skill development, data collection, and fidelity checks.
• Work with DSPs and their supervisors to ensure all materials/supplies needed for implementation of treatment plans are available.
• Present graphical summary of effectiveness of Treatment to other DSPs at staff or consultation meetings.
• Model positive behavioral supports and respond to emergency situations as trained.
• Assist with Functional Behavior Assessment or other clinical assessment as assigned by the clinical supervisor.
• Participate during provider wraparound or consultation meetings by reporting assessment results and offering rationale for best practice recommendations in areas of expertise.
• Provide crisis de-escalation support to teams as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge and skill to use computer.
• Ability and skills to train others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor’s Degree in human services (social work, psychology, special education, or related field)
• Successfully complete a criminal background registry check at time of application
• 1 year experience working in mental/behavioral health preferred
• Experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• If not currently certified as a QBHP, complete QBHP certification as required by the state of Arkansas.
• Pass any QBHP competency assessments required by the state and clinical supervisor.
• Pay QBHP application fee and renewal fees.

If interested, please complete on-line application: www.BenchmarkHS/Careers
Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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