BCBA Behavior Specialist - IEP & Positive Behavior Support

WESTERN PA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,900 - 82,023; Full time

Job summary

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN in Oakland, PA seeks a Behavior Specialist to assess, develop, and implement behavioral interventions for students with special needs. This exempt, 189-day position supports staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to improve classroom management and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements include BCBA certification or PA licensure, and both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in related fields.

Qualifications

• BCBA certification or PA Board Licensure (BSL) required.
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in related fields (e.g., psychology, special education).
• Experience with students who have multiple disabilities and visual impairments; strong interpersonal and collaborative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral assessments for students with PBSPs or those who may need PBSPs.
• Plan evidence-based interventions and monitor student progress.
• Design, implement, and collect data on PBSPs.
• Participate as a member of the IEP team and attend IEP meetings as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed and respond to pages.
• Support classroom staff in managing challenging behaviors.
• Attend Human Rights committee meetings and contribute as needed.
• Coordinate psychiatric/psychological consultations and attend appointments as necessary.
• Communicate with families and outside agencies regarding PBSPs.
• Train staff in the Mandt System and maintain confidential, compliant documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN in Oakland, PA seeks a Behavior Specialist to assess, develop, and implement behavioral interventions for students with special needs. This exempt, 189-day position supports staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to improve classroom management and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements include BCBA certification or PA licensure, and both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in related fields.