BEHAVIOR THERAPIST

Marycariola; Greater London; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Cariola Center is seeking a qualified professional to deliver educational, behavioral and clinical services for students. You will develop and implement school policies, build relationships with external providers and support families to align home and school programming.

Required are advanced degrees in Behavior Analysis or related fields, plus experience with assessments. The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven planning and ongoing professional development within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including policy manuals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with assessments and data collection is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fully engage in educational, behavioral and clinical services to ensure students receive a complete educational program.
• Implement school policies, procedures and processes.
• Develop and maintain strong working relations with outside agency providers.
• Collaborate with parents and residential staff for home and school programming needs.
• Conduct meetings for behavior plan and casebook reviews.
• Provide training for Teacher Assistants and Classroom Aides on behavior plans.
• Complete records and reports as requested.
• Participate in interdisciplinary evaluations and develop therapeutic goals.

Skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Master’s in Behavior Analysis

Bachelor’s in related field (or pursuing Master’s)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Category: Educational Services/Support

Requisition Number: BEHAV001911

• Posted : September 29, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Pay within this range is based on experience and education

DEI Values Statement:

Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, a policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency found on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Fully engage in educational, behavioral and clinical services to ensure all students are receiving an appropriate and complete educational program
• Implement school policies, procedures and processes
• Develop and maintain strong working relations with outside agency providers such as medical, behavioral, therapeutic, etc. providers
• Work closely with parents and/or residential staff in both consultation and training for the student’s school and home programming needs
• Conduct meetings for behavior plan and casebook reviews as necessary
• Work with Teachers to provide coaching for Teacher Assistants and Classroom Aides regarding behavior plans
• Complete all records and reports as requested
• Participate on an interdisciplinary team to provide initial and ongoing evaluations for each student and to establish appropriate therapeutic goals and program recommendations
• Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) based on multiple sources of data (indirect assessments, direct observations, experimental analyses, etc.)
• Develop and modify Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to meet student needs
• Train all team members on specific techniques necessary to carry out the individualized BIPs
• Provide ongoing consultation, support, modeling and training for agency staff in carrying out BIPs
• Supervise Crisis Intervention Specialists
• Develop and monitor toilet training programs as needed
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current in the field of Behavior Analysis
• Support implementation of evidence-based practices throughout the agency
• Maintain accurate and current records for each student on caseload, including appropriate data collection and administrative procedures
• Comply with all NYSED requirements
• Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or equivalent or
  • Bachelor's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or equivalent and currently in pursuit of a Master's program of equivalence
• Experience conducting various assessments including preference assessments, skills assessment and functional behavioral assessments
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules and policy and procedure manuals
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with students with developmental disabilities

Certifications and Trainings

• NCI certification (will be provided by agency if you do not already possess)
• NYS License in Behavior Analysis preferred

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, domestic violence victim status, veteran or disability status.

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