Qualified Behavioral Health Provider (QBHP)

Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Company: Benchmark Human Services

Location: Little Rock, AR

Category: Crisis Response Services

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Description:


If you're looking for a rewarding career in serving individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) come join Benchmark Human Services, a national leader in behavioral health and IDD services! Benchmark is seeking a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider (QBHP) for our community-based crisis response project located in Little Rock, Arkansas. We provide thorough training, great challenges, and even greater fulfillment as you help individuals reach their maximum potential.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The QBHP will assist providers of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities/Behavioral Health (IDD/BH) services in Summit Community Care's provider network who support persons with IDD in crisis and at high risk of disruptions in placement. As a member of the Provider Focus capacity building and crisis support team with Benchmark Human Services, the QBHP is a paraprofessional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a Licensed Mental Health Professional ("designated QBHP supervisor"). The QBHP is primarily responsible for coaching and training on skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans with agency staff, such as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
BENEFITS:

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• PTO and Sick Time
  
• Medical, Dental, Vision
  
• 401(k) with company match
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  
• Advancement Opportunities
  
• And MORE!
  
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  
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  • Provide face-to-face or virtual coaching and training with DSP staff of participating IDD/BH providers.
    
  • Assist agency staff with development, implementation, and monitoring of Clinical Treatment Plans (or equivalent behavior support plan) including coaching on skill development, data collection, and fidelity checks.
    
  • Work with DSPs and their supervisors to ensure all materials/supplies needed for implementation of treatment plans are available.
    
  • Presentgraphical summary of effectiveness of Treatment to other DSPsat staff or consultation meetings.
    
  • Model positive behavioral supports and respond to emergency situations as trained.
    
  • Assist with Functional Behavior Assessment or other clinical assessment as assigned by the clinical supervisor.
    
  • Participate during provider wraparound or consultation meetings by reporting assessment results and offering rationale for best practice recommendations in areas of expertise.
    
  • Provide crisis de-escalation support to teams as required.
    
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
    
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    • Excellent communication skills.
      
    • Knowledge and skill to use computer.
      
    • Ability and skills to train others.
      
      QUALIFICATIONS:
      
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      • Be at least 18 years of age
        
      • Bachelor's Degree in human services preferred (social work, psychology, special education, or related field)
        
      • Successfully complete a criminal background registry check at time of application
        
      • 1 year experience working in mental/behavioral health preferred
        
      • Experience working with persons with intellectual and developmentaldisabilities.
        
      • If not currently certified as a QBHP, complete QBHP certification as required by the state of Arkansas.
        
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        • Pass any QBHP competency assessments required by the state and clinicalsupervisor.
          
        • Pay QBHP application fee and renewal fees.
          
          
          
          If interested,please complete on-line application:www.BenchmarkHS/Careers
          Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          

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