Community Alternatives was founded in 1989 upon a belief that all individuals are entitled to live happy, healthy, and productive lives. Our agency has become a leader in Western Pennsylvania in the delivery of innovative, community-based, family-focused services. Our staff is committed to continuous innovation and improvement in the implementation of cutting edge approaches to our communities’ most difficult needs.
Provided in seven counties in Western PA, Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) involve team building and
creative service development. Program staff develop individualized services
with a child and family team in accordance with CASSP principles, while
planning, service, and support is provided across traditional boundaries. The
treatment team includes Behavior Consultants, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, Mobile Therapists, and Behavioral Health Technicians. These professionals can deliver a variety of behavioral health interventions, including Applied Behavioral Analysis.
In line with our commitment to provide data-driven, client-centered services to children and families, the agency ensures that our staff are highly trained. This ongoing training
includes: Functional Behavioral Assessment, Applied Behavioral Analysis,
Sexual abuse, Trauma and Attachment, and Autism. Community Alternatives' training at the new hire level, annual training standards, as well as in weekly
specialized clinical supervisions are designed to exceed industry standards.
Our commitment to quality is evident in the
level of clinical oversight and supervision. All staff receives at least
weekly clinical supervision as well as intensive family-systems supervision to
ensure that our clients and their families receive the highest quality
treatment. The agency provides specialized supervision for children
diagnosed with Autism, sexually abusive/aggressive behaviors, Trauma, as well
as those cases involved with CYS.
The Community Alternatives commitment:
Rapid
case opening within 24 hours of receiving the referral
Access
to a wide range of supportive services
Quality
customer care
Local
presence and access to the Clinical Directors
Family
service and support regarding service expectations, the IBHS process, obtaining written service orders, the commencement of IBHS services.
Collaboration
and coordination with other service providers to ensure the best therapeutic
outcome
We
strive to assist clients with treating the symptoms while strategically working
to reduce dependence on clinical services. We follow the CASSP principles and
encourage the utilization of community and natural supports and resources.