<p>Areas of responsibility:</p> <ul> <li>Prepares for individual patient contacts and assessments through review of medical charts and pre-appointment contact with patient, family, and caregivers. Prepares intake summary information for the inpatient unit. </li><li>Identifies behavior goals for hospitalization, assist team in the development of behavior programming and data collection. Reviews data with psychologist as necessary and develops additional assessment and treatment plans. </li><li>Assists in gathering objective data for behavioral assessment and treatment implementation. </li><li>Actively involved in implementing behavior treatment on the unit and coaching staff with frequent involvement in prevention of challenging behaviors, de-escalation and crisis management. </li><li>Coordinates behavior programming with interdisciplinary team members. Consults with interdisciplinary team members and provides training for staff as appropriate. </li><li>Completes literature reviews and continuing education in the area of applied behavior analysis and dialectical behavior therapy. </li><li>Must be able to effectively prevent and de-escalate potential crisis situations following training and support from interdisciplinary team. Consultant will regularly be working in situations where physical aggression and property destruction will occur. </li><li>Assures quality in program delivery through collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. </li><li>Communicates with internal and external stakeholders regarding patient goals, progress, behavior recommendations, and placement. </li><li>Manages day-to-day operations of service, including attendance at all team functions. </li><li>Assists in discharge planning, as appropriate. </li><li>Assists in the creation of training materials and conducting training as appropriate. May include follow-up with care providers following discharge from unit. </li><li>Assists in writing reports, including treatment recommendations. </li><li>Assists in training (e.g. practicum students, interns, graduate assistants) as appropriate </li><li>Assist in program development, assessment, and behavioral treatment for individuals with severe challenging behaviors. Patients may have a history of mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities, or medical illnesses that make them vulnerable. </li></ul> <p>Percent of Time: 60%</p> <p>Shift: Day and evening shift rotation opportunities (0700-1530 or 1500-2330) including alternating weekends and holidays.</p> <p>P&S Pay Plans: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure</p> <p>Benefits Highlights:</p> <ul> <li>Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa </li><li>Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans </li><li>For more information about Why Iowa?, click here </li></ul> <p>Education Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education or related field is required </li></ul> <p>Experience Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of one year of direct experience working directly with individuals with challenging behaviors such as verbal and physical aggression, property destruction, or self-harm. </li><li>Excellent verbal communication skills; including demonstrated positive interpersonal skills and experience leading and/or participating as a member of work teams and groups. </li><li>Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience using email, spreadsheets and word processing programs. </li><li>Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment. </li></ul> <p>Desired Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Three or more years of direct experience working directly with individuals with challenging behaviors such as verbal and physical aggression, property destruction, or self-harm. </li><li>Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis and treatment with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or challenging behavior desired. </li><li>Experience with counseling such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) </li><li>Experience with CPI (Crisis Prevention) </li><li>Knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations is desired. </li></ul> <p>Applicant selected for position, if external, must complete a 1 week orientation. Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. Hours may vary based on department needs.</p> <p>Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.</p> <p>Please attach an updated resume/CV as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions, contact Lindsey Fudge at lindsey-fudge@uiowa.edu.</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <ul> <li>Classification Title: Behavioral Health Consultant </li><li>Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific </li><li>Schedule: Full-time </li><li>Work Modality Options: On Campus </li></ul> <p>Compensation</p> <ul> <li>Pay Level: 3A </li></ul> <p>Contact Information</p> <ul> <li>Organization: Healthcare </li><li>Contact Name: Lindsey Fudge </li><li>Contact Email: lindsey-fudge@uiowa.edu </li></ul>