Behavior Analyst

The incumbent in this position will oversee the psychological/psychiatric care of individuals assigned to his/her caseload. Duties include complete assessments to determine the need and funding levels for clinical behavioral services; developing behavior support plans and mental health support plans; completing Medicaid and DDDS required paperwork; billing Medicaid for services as appropriate.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Prepares and implements behavioral support strategies and plans as a result of direct client observation, evaluation of client functioning, and review of reports prepared by professional and direct care personnel.
   
• Administers, scores and reports results of evaluation and assessments of client functioning.
   
• Reviews treatment plans for clients in community-based facilities to ensure quality of care.  Develops and implements changes in treatment plans to correct deficiencies and monitors ongoing application of treatment plans.
   
• Provides training to direct care, para-professional and professionals staff in the methods and techniques of implementing behavioral support strategies and plans.
   
• May serve as a consultant to community based facilities, foster or group homes in the           
  development and implementation of individual client treatment plans and/or person centered planning.
   
• May serve on various committees and working groups reviewing client progress and/or studying various issues and program plans.
   
• Interacts and supports the work of other professionals including but not limited to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and Psychological Assistants.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Behavior Analyst
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Behavioral or Social Science or related field. 
2. Six months experience in developing functional assessment plans by assessing behavioral needs and determining behavioral objectives.
3. Six months experience in evaluating and assessing client functioning using a variety of formal tests and survey tools.
4. Six months experience in making recommendations as part of a clients service plan such as clinical treatment, counseling, or determining eligibility for health or human services/benefits.
5. Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.

Applicants may only apply if they are current permanent employees of the State of Delaware Department of Health & Social Services in a position covered by the Merit System who have completed their initial probationary period.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. 

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.