SUMMARY:

The Behavior Specialist is responsible for conducting Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for patients within Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization programs as detailed. Train and works with the assigned lead therapist, clinical supervisor and/or clinical director to design and implement CBT specific behavioral interventions for those with Anxiety & Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD) Spectrum Disorders, Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma Stress Disorders, or other disorders treated at the facility.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic services, except medication administration, to program patients, according to clinical standards of care and under the supervision of the clinical program director.
2. Participate in weekly supervision sessions with the clinical program director and communicate with the clinical program director on an ongoing basis regarding clinical issues.
3. Assure documentation of hierarchies and psychosocial information and completeness of the medical record.
4. Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and contribute to treatment plan development.
5. Offer training support to other staff members less familiar with the cognitive behavioral model for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
6. Communicate with aftercare providers to ensure continuity of care.
7. Document mental health services according to applicable regulations and payer
8. Develop individualized, patient specific worksheets during
9. Communicate with Admitting/Utilization Review department to provide information necessary to assist in facilitating payment for services.
10. Conduct community seminars, lectures and marketing calls to assist with business development as assigned
11. Promote positive team-oriented approach to patient care.
12. Adhere to Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, maintain confidentiality, and abide by professional license code of Conduct.

STAFF REQUIREMENTS:

Support changes in staffing/scheduling when program and patient care needs require

1. Demonstrate willingness to adjust work schedule to meet patient and program needs.
2. Recognize need for support, seek appropriate assistance when needed, and continually remain alert to peers who need assistance, and offer assistance when needed.
3. Complete orientation, annual competencies, educational requirements, and required training relevant to the
4. Provide appropriate, timely documentation in the patient medical records.
5. Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-services relevant to position.
6. Participate in projects, tasks and opportunities to improve skills and expand competency.
7. Comply with the organization’s policies and procedures.
8. Adhere to all established standards of practice.
9. Demonstrate acceptance and training of students/interns in the department as
10. Demonstrate understanding of Joint Commission, State, and other regulatory agency compliance
11. Be knowledgeable in the application of standards relevant to outpatient behavioral health program
12. Increase knowledge and awareness of regulations and involve self in educating others.

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s degree; working towards a master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy or related field
2. Excellent written and verbal communication
3. Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training is required with sixty (60) days of the date of hire/transfer. Annual re-certification is
4. Compliance with organization and state specific employee

Based in Wisconsin since 1907, Rogers Behavioral Health is a private, not-for-profit provider of behavioral health services and is nationally recognized for its specialized psychiatry and addiction services. Anchored by the main campus in Oconomowoc, WI, Rogers offers evidence-based treatment for adults, children, and adolescents with depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders, addiction, obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders, and Trauma (PTSD).

Rogers provides residential care and has three inpatient facilities that serve southeastern Wisconsin. Rogers also offers outpatient services throughout the state of Wisconsin as well as in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and soon Washington.

The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation, which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth, an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges. For more information, visit rogersbh.org.

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