Masters Level Clinician (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Job Position

Masters Level Clinician (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, applied behavior analysis or a related field.
• Washington state active BCBA or BCaBA license.
• Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience working with youth, adolescents, and/or adults with emotional and behavior challenges.

Job Type

Full-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, LGBQT+, 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 Masters Level Clinician (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

The Masters Level Clinician (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) provides support and treatment to 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 Board Certified Behavior Analyst provides treatment using the foundational principles of applied behavioral analysis. Treatment focuses on teaching and modelling socially appropriate behaviors, emotional regulation/expression, social skills, and communication. Additional areas of focus include effective and appropriate communication, social etiquette, daily living activities, development of fine and gross motor skills. The BCBA candidate should have strong assessment skills.

The Clinical Director and the Director of Clinical Operations provide clinical and administrative supervision, which include but are not limited to trainings on the principles and procedures of the Positive Behavioral Support (PBS) treatment model, Functional Assessment reports, fidelity compliance, documentation, administration, cultural awareness/humility, and the implementation of psychosocial assessments.

The Masters Level Clinician (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) 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.
• Compile and interpret test results to diagnose youth, adolescents, and adults to assess eligibility for services.
• Determine behavior capabilities of youth, adolescents, and adults as they function at home, in school, and the community settings.
• Analyze and manage behavioral interventions and treatment goals to determine their success.
• Assist clients in identifying inappropriate behaviors and developing better behavior alternatives.
• Help caregivers facilitate behavioral interventions and treatment modalities.
• Compile and interpret test results to diagnose and assess service eligibility for youth, adolescents, and adults.
• Determine behavioral capabilities of youth, adolescents, and adults as they function at home, school, and the community settings.
• Design behavioral interventions for youth, adolescents, and adults.
• Coordinate services between providers to adequately serve the client.
• Communicate with providers regarding client’s progress.
• Design programs and curriculum to meet the client’s needs.
• Report suspected cases of child abuse, neglect, or endangerment to the proper authorities.

Desired Traits

The qualified candidate must possess:

• Demonstrate an understanding of behavioral characteristics associated with mental health disorders.
• 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.

Work Environment

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

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.
• Comprehensive Benefit Package includes:
  • Medical Benefits
  • Accruable Paid Vacation and Sick Days
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Sponsored Trainings
• Company provided MacBook and iPhone.