Competency Requirements
-Ability to work as a member of multidisciplinary team
-Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
-Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
-Must have excellent organizational skills
-Knowledge of functional behavioral analysis and positive behavioral interventions
-Knowledge of Department of Mental Health paperwork preferred
-Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging or stressful situations
-Ability to maintain appropriate and professional boundaries with clients, families and staff
-Skilled in developing and modifying treatment plans as necessary
-Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Education and Experience
-Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology required
-Minimum 1 year experience providing community-based therapy preferred
-Minimum 2 years’ experience providing direct behavioral support to children and/or adolescents with severe behaviors preferred
-Previous experience in a supervisory/management position preferred
-Previous experience collaborating with referring agencies (Department of Mental Health, Department of Probation, Department of Children and Family services, Los Angeles Unified School District) preferred
Certifications/Licenses
-Registered intern with Board of Behavioral Sciences (ASW, AMFT, APCC) or Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT)
-Valid California driver’s license
Additional Requirements
-Tuberculosis clearance
-Department of Justice/Fingerprint clearance
-Satisfactory completion of health screening
-Proof of legal eligibility to work in the United States
-Satisfactory driving record
-Must meet Child Abuse indexing requirements
-Current automobile insurance
Delegates Authority To
-TBS Specialist
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of a TBS Coordinator the employee is often required to drive, sit, walk and stand. The employee is occasionally required bend, kneel and use his/her fingers and hands to manipulate a keyboard or writing instrument
Work Environment
The work environment is indoor and outdoor. The noise level varies from quiet to loud
This Job Description has been developed to identify some of the duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to limit or encompass all duties and responsibilities of the position.
Aviva Family and Children's Services at its sole and absolute discretion, expressly reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in this and all job descriptions.
