Training Specialist jobs in Virginia

To facilitate the organizational objective of the psychology department by providing person-centered supports, under the direction of a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, in collaboration with personal support team members and related clinical services. To provide assistance with behavioral and support services to assigned individuals including Medication histories; data collection; data/chart analysis; psychiatric clinic preparation; staff training; monitoring of behavior support programs; support and guidance related to adaptive skills training; direct assistance during crises; and monitoring for persons diagnosed with intellectual disabilities/developmental disabilities, mental illness, and related medical problems. To work closely with Director of Psychology to support service delivery by training staff to implement Behavior Support Plans (BSP) in all aspects of Activities of Daily Living and by collaborating with the PST and clinical team in the ongoing development of BSP’s. To utilize various coaching, modeling, and training techniques to assist participants with achieving treatment goals. To provide on-going specialized services for individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities that includes assisting with comprehensive, efficient, effective, collaborative, and person-centered psychological/behavioral services. Southeastern Virginia Training Center is a partner in the community-based system of supports for persons with intellectual disabilities and related developmental disabilities and their families who live in Virginia.

This position is considered essential personnel and would be required to work in the event of an emergency or facility need. All SEVTC positions are required to work different shifts and/or overtime as requested.

Bachelor of Arts/Science degree with coursework in Psychology or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities with comorbid psychiatric disorders, physical disabilities and medical needs.

• Certification in BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst) is required.

• Valid Virginia driver’s license required.

• Successful completion of/ability to complete Pre-service training class, including completion of medication course, CPR, First Aid, TOVA and behavior interaction procedures.

Mandatory Pre Training Class is Mon-Fri, 12 days long with shifts from 8:00am-4:30pm).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,054.00 - $55,274.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift

Work Location: In person