Bachelors Level Clinician (Behavioral Technician)

Job Position

*Bachelors Level Clinician (Behavioral Technician)

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, social welfare, or related field of study.
• Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience working with youth, adolescents, and/or adults with emotional and behavior challenges.
• Preferred: 1 year experience in behavior modification, positive behavioral support, applied behavioral analysis, specialized habilitation, and/or dialectical behavior therapy.

Job Type

Full-time

Part-time

Job Setting

On-site

Community

Company Overview

Good Intentions Counseling Services, “gOOd people. great services. better quality of life”, is a Black-owned and operated community mental health agency that serves greater Seattle, Everett, and Tacoma through the strong intentions of a multicultural team providing unparalleled clinical services. We consist of 30+ clinical staff, both masters and bachelors level, that possess a consolidated passion to strengthen the quality of life for individuals and families by providing relevant, highly competent, client-focused mental health and behavioral care.

Since its inception in 2015, the agency has created more than 90,000 clinical contact hours in a client base that ranges from 8 to 70 in age. We specifically assist in the plight of the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) population which has encompassed the developmentally disabled, prison re-entrants, autism, juvenile delinquents, LGBTQ+, veterans, and trauma affected individuals to name a few. Find out more by visiting www.goodintentionscounseling.com.

Clinical Expertise

Good Intentions’ clinical expertise and approaches are just as arrayed as the cultural makeup of its clinical staff, making us beautifully reflective of the greater Seattle community and impressively effective. All our clinical staff are trained in trauma informed interventions with the expectation that each will become certified in this area. We are experienced in a multitude of concentrations such as: suicide prevention, parent coaching, individual/family/group therapy, teen issues, personality disorders, mood/anxiety disorders, PTSD/trauma, domestic violence, stress management, addiction/chemical dependency, LGBTQ+, and developmental disabilities.

Specific clinical modalities include but are not limited to specialized habilitation, solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), critical incident stress management (CISM), eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and emotionally focused therapy (EFT). With such vast clinical experience and varied life exposure among our staff, it is no wonder that Good Intentions’ reputation of excellence continues to rapidly grow as we maintain our deep commitment to effectively treating each person that utilizes our multifaceted services.

Full Job Description for Bachelors Level Clinician (Behavioral Technician)

The Bachelors Level Clinician (Behavior Technician) is a diverse position that can vary in services provided and clientele interactions. Our Behavior Technicians enjoy that no two days are quite the same. The candidate should feel comfortable in working with various populations including children needing extra support in school, women and men re-entering society post incarceration, youth and adolescents affected by community and family trauma, and/or children, adolescents, and adults with limited verbal communication skills, behavioral challenges, and/or developmental challenges. Our organization serves clients in a variety of settings including family homes, clinics, governmental institutions, and academic environments. Due to the changing backdrop for our work, the role can be exciting, challenging, and fast-paced.

The Bachelors Level Clinician (Behavior Technician) will fulfill the following duties:

• Become fully aware of the cultural awareness necessary to effectively provide services to black, indigenous, and people of color and the LGBTQ+ population in general.
• Implement behavioral support plans and treatment plans for mental health management.
• Measure goals and objectives of behavior support plans and treatment plans to ensure they are being met.
• Analyze behavioral interventions and treatment goals to determine client success.
• Assist clients in identifying inappropriate behaviors and developing better behavior alternatives.
• Prepare clients to develop effective coping strategies and positive relational interactions.
• Help caregivers facilitate behavioral interventions and treatment modalities.
• Collaborate with other service providers in the best interest of clients.
• Promote crisis management/intervention.

New hires work in a collaborative, team member supported environment that encourages supervision and communication. On-the-job training is provided on the principles and procedures of the Positive Behavioral Support (PBS) treatment model and Functional Assessment reporting under the supervision of a Lead Bachelors Level Clinician (Behavior Technician).

• Monday through Saturday availability
• Able to attend weekly virtual team meetings

Desired Traits

The qualified candidate must possess:

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills.
• Operate calmly and effectively in emotionally charged situations.
• Demonstrate an ability to work with various support systems that are available in the client’s community.
• Be organized, flexible, and dedicated to excellence.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb a flight of stairs, bend, squat and get up and down from the floor unassisted and with ease.

Why Join Our Team? Our Values Are:

Person-centered treatment. We believe strongly in the value of a holistic approach to treatment, empowering our clients to succeed in interpersonal relationships and all the environments in which they conduct interactions.

Trauma informed care. We know the gravity of trauma’s influence on people’s lives and operate with utmost sensitivity and awareness for that when executing a treatment plan.

Unconditional positive regard. We embrace the innate good that exists in everyone. We meet each client where they are in their journey and collaborate with them to create positive outcomes in their life.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay rate is dependent on experience.
• Company provided iPad and iPhone.
• Comprehensive Benefit Package includes:
  • Medical Benefits
  • Accruable Paid Vacation and Sick Days
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Sponsored Trainings