Behavior Specialist

Upstate Cerebral Palsy; Roma; In loco; EUR 63.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Retirement match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Upstate Caring Partners at the Rome Education Center in Rome, NY is seeking a Behavior Specialist for on-site, full-time work. You will develop and implement individualized behavior plans, coach staff, and support 24/7 residential programs with OPWDD standards.

Qualifications include BCBA or equivalent with OPWDD training, or related master's degree, plus NYS driver's license. We offer competitive benefits and a comprehensive salary of $71,000–$73,000 annually.

Competenze

• BCBA or equivalent credential with relevant training.
• Master’s in psychology, social work, or related field with OPWDD-approved training.
• Bachelor’s in human services with OPWDD experience and graduate coursework.

Mansioni

• Design and implement instructional strategies with treatment teams.
• Evaluate behaviors and create tailored plans for learning and growth.
• Deliver in-service training and coaching to staff across programs.
• Provide real-time support for acute behavioral issues and contribute to psychiatric consults.
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD standards and promote inclusion.
• Participate in agency-wide initiatives and professional development activities.

Conoscenze

BCBA

Master's degree

OPWDD training

Driver's license

Formazione

Master’s in behavior analysis

OPWDD-approved training

Bachelor’s in human services

Descrizione del lavoro

Rome Education Center | 1018
Rome, NY 134404300, USA

• On-site
• Clinical
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: BEHAV008239

Description

$71,000 - $73,000 Annually

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Team!

Are you passionate about helping individuals reach their full potential? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise in behavior management can transform lives? If so, we want you on our team!

As a Behavior Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in shaping positive outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities. You’ll provide expert consultation, develop and implement individualized behavior plans, and empower staff through training and coaching—all while making a lasting impact.

Core Responsibilities

• Partner with treatment teams to design and implement effective instructional strategies.
• Evaluate behavioral challenges and create tailored plans that foster learning and growth.
• Deliver in-service training and hands-on coaching to staff across residential programs.
• Provide real-time support for acute behavioral issues and contribute to psychiatric consults.
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD standards while promoting a culture of respect and inclusion.
• Participate in agency-wide initiatives, committees, and professional development activities.

*This role includes 16 hours of on-site support outside of standard weekday hours, including weekends, to meet the needs of our 24/7 residential programs.

Qualifications

• BCBA with a Master’s in behavior analysis or related field; or
• Master’s in psychology, social work, or related field with OPWDD-approved training; or
• Bachelor’s in human services with OPWDD experience and ongoing graduate coursework.
• Strong knowledge of functional assessment and behavior support plan development.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org

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