Behavior Consultant / BCBA - Suffolk County

Family of Kidz; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 58,500 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Family of Kidz in Suffolk County, NY, is seeking a passionate Behavior Consultant/BCBA to work with children and families. This part-time or full-time position offers flexible scheduling and a generous compensation package, including benefits for employees working 25 or more hours per week.

Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field and possess strong communication and collaboration skills. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children with special needs.

Qualifications

• NYS driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with children and families.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with school teams to provide behavioral supports.
• Conduct functional behavioral assessments in collaboration with school teams.
• Train staff on implementation of behavioral strategies.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Collaboration with professionals and families

Time management and organizational skills

Independent problem-solving

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field

BCBA certification (preferred)

Job description

Behavior Consultant / BCBA

Part‑Time, fee‑for‑service or full‑time potential: September 2026 start date.

Compensation: $60–$75 per hour or $58,500–$80,000 annually.

Details about this opportunity

• Location: Suffolk County, NY
• Position status: Part‑Time, fee‑for‑service or full‑time potential: September 2026 start date
• Hours: Flexible schedules available

Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. The posted position may be either full‑time or fee‑for‑service depending on the current caseload, which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.

What we have to offer you

Full‑time benefits

• Generous paid time off (between 25‑28 days)
• 12 holidays, including winter break (12/25–1/1)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Pet insurance
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• Team building events
• Incentive program

Part‑time benefits

We are excited to offer a range of valuable benefits for employees who work 25 or more hours per week (medical, dental, vision, FSA and pet insurance).

• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Full‑time opportunities available
• Team building events
• Incentive program

Responsibilities

• Work with school teams to provide programmatic and individual behavioral supports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• Bi‑annual progress reporting on measurable data‑driven goals.
• Knowledge of school‑based services and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBA) in collaboration with school teams.
• Develop and implement effective behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Train staff on implementation of behavioral strategies, BIPs and data collection systems through hands‑on training, modeling, and constructive feedback.
• Create meaningful data collection systems, analyze data, modify interventions through data‑based decisions.
• Collaborate with school building professionals as well as Families and Team members.
• Ongoing communication with the Lead Clinical Supervisor regarding consultation.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
• Attend professional development trainings and monthly round‑table support meetings to further knowledge and skill base.
• Life‑long learner who is committed to personal development.
• And more.

About you

Attributes

• Passionate about working with children and their families.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals and behavior analysts.
• Self‑starter and independent problem solver.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• High integrity, empathy, and consideration.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary.
• Team‑player.

Background

• NYS driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, or Educational/Health/Human Services.
• BCBA certification (preferred).
• Minimum of one year of experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Application

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

Disclaimer

Please note the most current compensation information for all open positions at Family of Kidz can be found on our careers page at FamilyofKidz.com, which supersedes all other sources and job sites.

Why join our family?

Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.

Equal employment opportunity

Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.