Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) – Residential Program

QSAC

United States

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement with Employer Match

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

QSAC is seeking committed Behavior Intervention Specialists to support Direct Support Professionals in the Residential Program. Roles require travel to Manhattan, Bronx, Queens, and Long Island locations, delivering functional behavior analysis and behavior support plans.

You will develop and monitor individual goals, write clinical presentations, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams while ensuring OPWDD compliance. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in a human services field is required.
1–2 years of ABA experience is preferred.
Clean and valid driver’s license is required.
Ability to travel to multiple NYC locations is required.

Responsibilities

Conduct functional behavior analysis.
Prepare behavior support plans to address challenging behaviors.
Assess psychosexual behaviors yearly or as needed using reliable instruments.
Communicate with Residential staff regarding behavioral issues.
Supervise the implementation of behavioral support plans and assist as needed.
Generate weekly observational reports and monthly progress reports for each individual.
Write clinical presentations for Human Rights Committee, Life Plan reviews, and IDT meetings.
Attend and participate in meetings and committees (BIS, HRC, IDT, residential staff).
Maintain coordination of active treatment services in accordance with OPWDD regulations.
Write/design all individual goals and observe goal implementation by DSPs.
Monitor monthly goal progress and update short-term objectives.
Maintain clinical paperwork as regulated by NY OPWDD regulations.
Provide written goal summaries for interdisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Calm demeanor

Driver’s license

Education

Master’s degree in human services fields

Job description

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

Job Summary

QSAC is looking for committed and collaborative Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS) to support our Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the Residential Program. These positions must be able to travel to assigned residential locations in Manhattan, Bronx, Queens and Long Island locations. As a BIS you will provide functional behavioral analysis and behavior/psychological assessments, develop and monitor behavior support plans and assist with the development and implementation of individual goals.

Responsibilities

Behavior Analysis, Implementation & Observation

Conduct functional behavior analysis
Prepare behavior support plans to address challenging behaviors
Assess psychosexual behaviors yearly or as needed for individuals in his/her caseload by using reliable instrument tools [e.g. Sex Knowledge and Attitude Test (SKAT)].
Communicate with Residential staff regarding behavioral issues of individuals.
Supervise the implementation of behavioral support plans and assist as needed
Generate weekly observational reports and monthly progress reports for each individual
Write clinical presentations for the Human Rights Committee (HRC), Life Plan review meetings, Residential Staff meetings and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings
Attend and participate in various meetings and committees. (BIS, HRC, IDT, and residential staff meetings).
Maintain coordination of active treatment services for people being supported in QSAC Residential Program in accordance with OPWDD regulations
Write/Design all individual goals and observe goal implementation by Direct Support Professionals
Monitor/Assess monthly goal progress and update short-term objectives
Maintain clinical paperwork as regulated by New York State OPWDD regulations
Provide written goal summary for and participate in interdisciplinary meetings

Training & Support

Provide training to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) on skills and techniques to support people with autism by implementing the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA)
Provide direct instruction for goal implementation and proactive and reactive strategies
Train, model, and supervise staff on behavior support plans
Teach staff applied behavior analysis (ABA) and goal strategies/procedures
Present lectures in area of expertise and/or teach classes in the Adult Training Series
Participate and work as part of interdisciplinary team
Ensure effective communication regarding behavioral issues of individuals
Complete staff observations and provide feedback
Be an advocate for improvement in to all facets of the program
Treat all families with dignity and respect; allow for individual differences; provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring

Qualifications and Work Experience

Master's degree in one of the following human services professional fields (including, but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation, counseling or psychology) required
1-2 years’ experience and training in applied behavior analysis (ABA) supports for people with autism highly preferred
General knowledge of theories and principles of behavioral analysis, assessments and goal development preferred
Experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities/autism required
Clean and valid Driver’s license is required
Attention to detail collaboration with a calm demeanor is essential
Strong written and communication skills are essential
Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb items.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment is required
Ability to run when needed

Benefits

Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.