The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), Programs Department, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Forensic Services Tech (FST) on the Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Team. This position is located on the campus of Georgia Regional Hospital At Savannah.

Job Summary:

The FST assigned to the PBS Team will be required to act as a liaison between FST's/HST's on the unit by maintaining good rapport and will demonstrate effective communication skills by training and modeling behavioral support plans for staff. Must have a willingness to learn and adhere to all components of the PBS model. Must feel comfortable working on all units at the hospital and be able to interact well with all treatment team members across the hospital as well as members of the administration and health information management staff. Must demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. While typical working hours will be Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, the FST assigned to the PBS Team must be able to work flexible hours as dictated by the needs of the PBS Team assignments. Will also be expected to be flexible in daily work assignments as dictated by the current needs of the PBS Team. Must demonstrate self-motivation and self-direction, effective written and oral communication skills, task-orientation, professionalism, and a commitment to confidentiality. Some previous experience working in a mental health setting with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and have some exposure to behavior modification principals and procedures. This position's responsibilities include implementing Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Positive Behavior Support plans(PBSs) with persons with behavioral challenges who have Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (MI) and/or Intellectual Disability (ID) who are residing in public psychiatric facilities. Other responsibilities include assisting in the development, implementation, and follow-up on Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Positive Behavior Support (PBS) plans and giving feedback to clinical psychologist as to effectiveness of plan. Assist direct care staff working with people with MI/ID to implement PBS plans and give corrective feedback as needed.

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High School Diploma or GED

High School Diploma or GED. Experience with persons with MI and/or ID, and experience with behavioral intervention. Some experience implementing behavior support plans (BSPs) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSs); oral and written communication skills, and an ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with other mental health disciplines on interdisciplinary teams. Must complete the Safety Cares certification by completion of new employee Orientation. Must have a valid Driver's License. Must have experience in Security AND/OR one year of experience in direct care with persons with mental health, mental retardation, and/or substance abuse disabilities, or with forensic patients, correctional offenders, or a similar population.

In addition to a competitive salary (Salary Depends On Skills and Experience), we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

This position is a pay grade 8 on the statewide salary plan.

This position is located at Georgia Regional Hospital at Savannah in Savannah, Georgia.

Since opening in 1970, GeorgiaRegional Hospital at Savannah (GRHS) has stood as a beacon of hope for consumers in need of mental health, developmental disability and addictive disease services in the southeast region of the state of Georgia.

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Come join our team of professional staff and make a difference.

Please email your cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format to: grhs_hr@dhr.state.ga.us

To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, copy/paste or type the following title in the subject line of your email: Forensic Services Technician - Positive Behavior Support Team (PBS)   If you are currently employed by DBHDD, please include "Internal Employee" in the subject line as well.

You may be subject to a Drug Screen. You may be required to submit fingerprints to check for the existence of Criminal History Record Information through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. You do have the right to challenge the contents of any Criminal History that is located, should you choose to do so.

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities provides services to ensure the health and welfare of Georgians. As an employee of DBHDD, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.