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Behavioral Interventionist - Disability and Human Development, College of Applied Health Sciences

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 06, 2025
Behavioral Interventionist - Disability and Human Development, College of Applied Health Sciences Behavioral Interventionist - Disability and Human Development, College of Applied Health Sciences Hiring Department: Inst on Disability & Human Dev Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1037601 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Shift: Days # of Positions: 2 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: November 12, 2025 Salary: $24.83 - 25.32 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Use principles and techniques of psychology to provide individualized health care (observe, develop, implement, and evaluate a patient's care as outlined in the treatment plan) designed to achieve an improved cognitive/emotional/behavioral state Duties & Responsibilities: Provides care for patients who have a mental illness, emotional conditions, and/or developmental disabilities Systematically observes, reports, and documents subjectively and objectively the covert and overt baseline data regarding patients' psychological and behavioral states such as effect (flat, bright tearful), thought content (logical, illogical), and behavior (withdrawn, agitated Develops and maintains therapeutic alliances with patients and their families; facilitates, leads, and/or participates in scheduled individual or group therapeutic patient activities and/or patient groups, coordinates activities with professional staff members/treatment Plans therapeutic outings, off-unit tests, and procedures; assists patients with the activities of daily living, accompanies patients to off-unit tests/procedures/outings when necessary Evaluates the value of activities as they apply to the improved mental/emotional state of the patient; indirect cooperation with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, develops, implements, and evaluates a course of action for each patient (such as behavior modification) Performs routine measurements of the state of the patient's physical health (such as measuring weight) Evaluates patient response and attempts to modify behavior through interventions outlined by the treatment team Assists with verbal de-escalation, distraction, redirection, seclusion, and restraining patients exhibiting explosive and aggressive behaviors Participates in patient care conferences, staff meetings, in-service training, the orientation of new staff, and continuing education programs Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: 1. Bachelor's Degree with 18 semester hours in one or more of the behavioral sciences (i.e. psychology, sociology, anthropology, criminal justice, political science, etc. or a closely related field. OR 2. Four (4) years (48 months) of direct patient care experience in a psychiatric or mental health care setting. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of human behavior and individual performance differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, and motivation. Basic knowledge of principles and techniques of psychology such as psychotherapy and behavior modification. Knowledge of the causes, nature, and treatment of mental illness. Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, history, and origins. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources. Knowledge for providing customer and personal services, including needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluating customer satisfaction. Skill in active listening (i.e., giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times) and critical thinking. Skill in therapeutic communication or demonstrated therapeutic communication skills. Skill in recognizing patients' needs. Skill in negotiation with others to reconcile differences and persuade others to change their minds or behavior. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and agency representatives. Ability to engage and establish rapport with people from varied ethnic/social/economic backgrounds and health challenges. Ability to build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation, among others. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to use systems and software such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, and medical software (patient electronic medical records, EMR software, etc.) Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations. Ability to physically support and position patients. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17305?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. 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