Behavior Intervention Specialist

The Arc Wayne; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Paid holidays

Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training

Referral bonus

Assistance program

Retirement plan

Other benefits

Job summary

The Arc Wayne in New York is seeking a full-time Behavior Intervention Specialist to deliver impactful behavioral support services. You will perform functional behavior assessments, develop and monitor behavior plans, and train staff to implement plans effectively.

Requirements include a BCBA and a Master’s degree in a related field approved by OPWDD or a NYS license in mental health counseling, plus a valid NYS driver’s license. This role offers a stable schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BCBA certification and a Master's degree in behavioral analysis approved by OPWDD.
• Or Master's degree in a clinical/treatment field with NYS license in mental health counseling.
• Must possess a current New York State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs functional behavioral assessments and provides written recommendations.
• Develops and revises behavior support plans under supervision, ensuring proper implementation.
• Monitors behavior medication plans and trains staff on plans.
• Provides staff training in managing difficult behaviors and crisis intervention.
• Participates in treatment team meetings and offers behavioral support consultation.
• Delivers individual and group instruction to supported individuals.
• Works with non-traditional hours as needed.
• Documents progress and ensures complete record-keeping per policies.

Skills

BCBA

Master's degree

NYS license

Driver's license

Education

BCBA certification

Master's degree in behavior analysis

NYS licensed mental health counselor

Job description

Why Join Our Team

The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services.

• Generous Paid Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 10 Paid holidays
• Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Agency Match
• And so much more!

Why Join Our Team

The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 10 Paid holidays
• Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Agency Match
• And so much more!

Work Schedule

Full time, Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm, with flexibility to meet program needs

A Day in the Life of a Behavior Intervention Specialist

As a full-time Behavior Intervention Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering impactful behavioral support services to individuals. Your expertise will be instrumental in fostering positive changes that enhance their quality of life.

• Performs initial, semiannual and annual functional behavioral assessments of individuals. Provides written recommendations to corresponding program staff.
• Develops, reviews, and revises written behavior support plans under the supervision of a Level I Behavior Intervention Specialist. Develops, reviews, and revises behavior support plans with restrictive/intrusive interventions under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or licensed clinical social worker. Helps to ensure the integration, consistency and appropriateness of plans. Trains staff on how to implement the plans.
• Develops, reviews, and revises written behavior medication monitoring plans. Helps to ensure the integration, consistency and appropriateness of plans, Trains staff on how to implement the plans.
• Provides training to staff in managing difficult behaviors, and assists with crisis intervention.
• Serves as a member of an individual's treatment team, providing consultation relative to behavioral support needs of individuals, and participating in team meetings.
• Provides individual and/or group instruction to individual's supported, and works with staff to enhance the effectiveness of treatment.
• Provides services at non-traditional business hours.
• Documents individual's progress/regress and insures completion of all record keeping tasks as per agency/program policies and procedures.

Who We Are Looking For

BCBA and a Master's degree in behavioral analysis or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology that is approved by the Office for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)

OR

A Master's degree in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, applied psychology, or related human services field or a NYS license in mental health counseling

Must possess a current, valid New York State driver's license that meets the Agency driver standards.

Vision And Core Values

Come help us be the leading provider of innovative, quality support and services promoting independence, choice, and community integration. Our organization will promote excellence at every level through an environment of mutual respect and continued professional and personal development through our core values of...

• Respect
• Integrity
• Diversity
• Innovation
• Empowerment

Salary: $30.78 - $30.78 per hour