Behavior Specialist Job at Rogers Behavioral Health (Atlanta)

Behavior Specialist

Rogers Behavioral Health

Location:
United States , Atlanta

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Job Description:

The Behavior Specialist is responsible for supporting the delivery of high-quality Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions within Rogers Behavioral Health treatment programs. The Behavior Specialist is trained to assess the function of behavior, develop & implement individualized plans to address maladaptive behaviors, provide training and education to patients and support persons, collaborate within an interdisciplinary team, and monitor progress of behavior interventions making necessary changes and modifications to produce the best outcomes for patients. Behavior Specialists train and work with an assigned clinical leader to design and implement CBT-specific treatment plans to address presenting symptoms.

Job Responsibility:

Provide cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic services including groups, to patients
Participate in supervision sessions with the Clinical leader
Regularly monitor the effectiveness of interventions and make necessary adjustments
Document mental health services according to applicable regulations and payer expectations
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and assist in development of the treatment plan
Communicate treatment interventions and support needs for assigned caseload
Offer training support to other direct care team members
Providing parent or support person training and education on how to support CBT interventions and behavioral treatment plans effectively
Provide for patient safety and the safety of the facility
Support changes in staffing/scheduling assignment when program and patient care needs require
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree required (human services, psychology, social work, or related field)
At minimum, must hold a valid Substance Abuse Counselor-in-Training credential (or state equivalent), if working in an Addiction Recovery program that requires this
Relevant Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment (CBT) experience (12 months preferred)
For Residential programs – Must hold a current and active driver's license and be in good standing (preferred for all levels of care)
Required on-the-job Training: Compliance with Residential Care Center (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF)
American Heart Association CPR certification within thirty (30) days of hire
Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) within sixty (60) days of hire
Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) trainings within ninety (90) days of hire

What we offer:

Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
401(k) retirement plan
Employee share program
Life/disability insurance
Flex spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Health and wellness program
Employee assistance program (EAP)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Parttime

Work Type:

On-site work

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