Behavior Specialist — Plans, Training & Staff Coaching

Upstate Cerebral Palsy; Roma; On-site; EUR 63,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

BCBA

Master's degree

OPWDD training

Driver's license

Education

Master’s in behavior analysis

OPWDD-approved training

Bachelor’s in human services

Job description

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.