ASSISTANT BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST - PART TIME

Community Mainstreaming; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization as an Assistant Behavior Specialist, where you will enhance care quality by training staff on behavioral supports. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling and the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• At least one year of direct experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Formal training in behavioral assessment and implementation of behavior interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on training to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
• Provide coaching and follow-up training for support and interventions.
• Conduct monthly in-service trainings on behavioral topics.

Skills

Communication

Crisis Intervention

Behavioral Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Job description

ASSISTANT BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST - PART TIME

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Community Mainstreaming provided pay range

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Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $28.00/hr

Who We Are

At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org.

Overview

As an Assistant Behavior Specialist, you'll enhance care quality in day services by assisting and training staff on behavioral supports and best practices.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

A supportive, inclusive team culture where your contributions make a real difference. The chance to work for an organization that transforms lives and empowers individuals with developmental disabilities. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

What Your Role Will Do

• Deliver hands-on training to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) on-site, observe service delivery, and meet regularly with staff to review individual support plans.
• Provide coaching and follow-up training to ensure consistent implementation and accurate documentation of supports and interventions.
• Conduct monthly in-service trainings for support staff on topics such as maintaining therapeutic environments, proactive engagement strategies, advocacy, and de-escalation techniques.
• Offer crisis intervention services and train staff in managing challenging behaviors and responding to behavioral emergencies effectively and safely.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, including annual, semi-annual, and weekly sessions.
• Provide therapeutic support and counseling following incidents for participants in Day Habilitation, SEMP, and Pre-Vocational programs.
• Attend weekly administrative team meetings for Day Habilitation and/or Pre-Vocational services.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, School Psychology, Applied Psychology, or a related clinical or treatment field.
• At least one year of direct experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Formal training in behavioral assessment, development of behavior support plans, and implementation of behavior interventions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between program sites in Westbury and Hicksville.
  
  

Work Location: Westbury and Hicksville, NY (Nassau County)

Work Hours/Schedule: Part-time, day hours with flexible scheduling options.

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00/hr.

As a non-profit organization, we offer employees the opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community while benefiting from this valuable financial relief.

Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

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