Behavior Specialist- MH/DD Diagnosis Team at Merakey in Marysville, Ohio

Job Description:

COME WORK FOR MERAKEY !!


Merakey is seeking a Full-Time Dual Diagnosis (Mental Health and IDD) Behavior Specialist based out of Marysville, OH serving counties across West Central Ohio.


POSITION OVERVIEW


The Behavior Specialist is responsible for assessing, planning, and developing recovery treatment and support plans for adults with an Intellectual Developmental Disability and mental health diagnosis. The Behavior Specialist provides intensive therapeutic services in all types of settings, including but not limited to community living arrangements, schools, community settings, natural support residents, etc. The Behavioral Specialist, in collaboration with other members of the treatment team, design and directs the implementation of a recovery treatment and support plan that utilizes a person-centered approach.


Merakey offers a continuum of care in behavioral health (includes mental health and addictive diseases), integrating services in both community and site-based settings. These services provide a wide range of recovery focused treatment, services, and supports for children and adults.


ABOUT MERAKEY


Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations.


The work of Merakey is anchored in the firm belief that it is every individual's right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment in their lives. Surrounding professional staff with the best in technology and supports, Merakey is a leader in the industry and remains committed to helping people...one individual at a time.


Benefits


Merakey offers flexible schedules, Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, tuition reimbursement, work/life balance, and so much more!


To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers


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Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.


• Masters degree in Social Work, Psychology, or another Human Services related field preferred. Bachelor level applicants with significant experience are encouraged to apply


• 1-3 years of experience working in Mental Health and/or Intellectual Developmental Disabilities populations


• Have knowledge and/or certification in an established behavior modification technique such as Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Functional Behavioral Analysis (FBA), ect.


• Valid OH Driver's License and appropriate state and federal clearance


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled