Behavioural Interventionist - Seniors Health
Core
Support staff and caregivers in managing unmanaged responsive behaviors in patients with dementia, mental health, or neurological conditions in acute care settings.
Role type
Senior clinical behavioral interventionist (seniors health)
Builds
Individualized transitional care plans and behavioral management strategies for patients and families
Domain
Healthcare / Geriatrics / Behavioral Health
Required skills
Behavioral assessment, care plan development, staff coaching, transition planning, trigger identification, community collaboration, data documentation
Preferred skills
Gerontology certification, experience with geriatric syndromes (delirium/BPSD), Gently persuasive approach certification
Technologies
Statistical reporting systems, standardized risk assessment tools
Responsibilities
Conduct behavioral assessments per best practice guidelines, collaborate to identify behavior triggers, implement and evaluate behavioral interventions, develop and monitor care plan recommendations, provide education and coaching to hospital staff, facilitate patient transitions to community services, maintain accurate monthly statistics, participate in care conferences and quality improvement projects
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on clinical role