Job Description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming State Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Analyst. This position provides behavioral services to a variety of clients, including people who have intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and mental health challenges. Services may include adaptive cognitive assessments and positive behavior support programs. The candidate will also serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team, train staff on behavior support programs, document behavioral data, and be a member of multiple teams and committees.

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / 307-444-0791 /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Provides behavior assessments such as adaptive testing and behavioral analysis
• Develops and implements behavioral support plans
• Trains staff on behavior support programs, plans, and guidelines
• Collects monitors and analyzes data to measure the effectiveness of training programs and client progress toward objectives
• Performs crisis intervention
• Discusses client\'s treatment alternatives with family and professionals
• Provides consultation to other agency staff members regarding effective programming approaches and problem-solving
• Observes clients and living areas to monitor program implementation, effectiveness, and staff interactions
• Serves as a committee member and attends and participates in appropriate committee meetings and staff meetings

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to those with experience in mental illness.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of the philosophy, aims, and goals of mental health counseling
• Knowledge of techniques for administering and evaluating psychological tests
• Knowledge of research methodology
• Knowledge of collecting and analyzing data
• Knowledge of counseling and behavioral intervention techniques or approaches in group and individual settings
• Knowledge of psychological/behavioral disorders
• Knowledge of various assessment and evaluation tools
• Knowledge of professional ethics

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Master\'s Degree or higher

Experience:

1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Psychology)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Behavior Analyst in the State of Wyoming or exempt from licensure pursuant to Wyoming Statute \xc2\xa7 33-27-125

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift, twist, bend, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• A current Influenza Vaccination is required.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
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. * The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation plan, and longevity pay.

Supplemental Information

048-Department of Health - Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming Life Resource Center

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