Behavioral Clinician, Day Services

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Communitas, Inc.

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Wakefield, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Clinician provides therapeutic support and conducts functional behavior assessments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They are responsible for developing behavior support plans, training staff, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

This role requires a professional with a background as a Psychologist, Social Worker, Applied Behavior Analyst, Speech Pathologist, Special Education Teacher, or Mental Health Counselor. Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder is essential, along with a passion for supporting these individuals.

Job Description

About us!

Empowering People. Supporting Independence. Inspiring Dreams.

Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their life span and in their communities. 


Why work for us?
Recognized and honored as a Top Workplace for 2024 & 2025 – Communitas is proud to welcome you to a work environment that is dedicated to rewarding and supporting our valued employees for their hard work, passion, creativity, and relentless drive to make a positive impact in our community.
As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency, and contribute to a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of others. This dedication and collaborative spirit that our employees exhibit each day makes our mission to empower people and enrich lives possible. For these efforts, we express our deep appreciation through:

| Competitive Tiered Pay Rates | Low-Cost Benefits | Flexible Schedules | Opportunities for Advancement |
| Quarterly Appreciation Events | Tuition Reimbursement | Supportive Coworkers | Compassion-centric Environment |


The role!

Position: Behavioral Clinician
Location: Wakefield, MA
Pay rate: $70,000 - $80,000 per year depending upon experience
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Benefits of Working for us!
  • 4 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees 
  • Low-cost benefit plans – Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment
Summary & Responsibilities

As an integral role within Communitas, Inc’s Administrative Department, the Behavioral Clinician works across our Day Programs providing therapeutic support to Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
  • Conduct functional behavior assessments for adults with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injury, and autism spectrum disorder.
  • Develop and oversee individualized behavior support plans, ensuring they align with ethical standards, DDS, and MassHealth guidelines.
  • Train and support staff and caregivers in the implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), and agency-wide behavioral strategies; collaborate with the Director of Clinical Support Services on group trainings.
  • Analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness and modify plans as needed; participate in the development and review of Individual Service Plans.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including those from DDS, DCF, MassHealth, CARF, OQE, and Communitas policies.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, attend team meetings, and maintain confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA and security protocols.
  •  Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Must be a Psychologist, Independent Clinical Social Worker, Applied Behavior Analyst, Master's or Doctorate level Speech Pathologist, Master's or Doctorate level teacher with Certification in Special Education or a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
  • BCBA preferred
  • At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with an Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • A passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must
  • Valid Driver’s license and acceptable driving record
  • Must pass company background and reference checks
Check out our website: https://communitasma.org/
 

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Communitas, Inc.

Communitas welcomes, values, respects and supports people of all abilities. Our mission is to meet individual needs – whatever they are and however they change – while inspiring dreams. We advocate passionately while compassionately delivering services and programs that expand opportunities, empower people, support independence and enrich lives. Founded in 1954 and formerly known as EMARC, Communitas provides individualized support for people of all abilities. We offer family-centered services and resources – as well as employment and volunteering opportunities – for more than 1,000 families from Everett, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefield and surrounding communities.
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