Behavior Intervention Specialist (Non-Profit) - Manhattan

AHRC New York City; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low Cost Quality Medical Insurance

Paid time off (sick, personal &vac)

Paid Training

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral program

403(b) company match

Life insurance

Flexible Spending account

Job summary

AHRC New York City seeks a Behavioral Intervention Specialist for its Manhattan Adult Day Services program. The BIS delivers behavior support, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment as part of interdisciplinary teams in a nonprofit setting.

The role requires a Master’s in psychology, 2+ years of relevant experience, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Competitive benefits include health coverage and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical/treatment psychology with training in assessment + behavioral support plans.
• 2+ years’ direct experience with developmental disabilities: creating, implementing, and monitoring behavioral support plans or supervising/training others.
• Experience overseeing administrative tasks for regulatory compliance and program operations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Adaptability to fast-paced, evolving environments and organizational cultures.

Responsibilities

• After completion of Functional Assessment, develops individualized behavior support plans and staff intervention plans following required format for content and quality.
• Implements and monitors effective behavioral data tracking systems.
• Completes additional behavior health related plans and documents as needed.
• Provides training to staff on behavior treatment plans and on related topics.
• Completes assessment and Psychological Evaluations as needed.
• Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed.
• Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families, medical providers, and other stakeholders.
• Provides crisis intervention and teaches staff to address challenging behaviors.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and contributes insights on behavioral challenges.
• Maintains accurate service records to ensure quality intervention and regulatory compliance.
• Performs duties to ensure compliance with regulations governing service provision.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Adaptability

Crisis intervention

Staff training

Education

Master’s degree in clinical/treatment psychology

BCBA certification or state licensure (preferred)

Job description

Behavior Intervention Specialist (Non-Profit) - Manhattan

Full-time

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

AHRC NYC is looking to hire a Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) for their Manhattan Adult Day Services program. The BIS provides behavior support services, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment services as a member of departmental or inter-departmental interdisciplinary teams.

Compensation Package: $62,000 per year depending on licenses, certifications and experience. In addition, this positioncomes with a generous and comprehensive health benefit package. See Benefit information below.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (35 hours)

Location: 101 NorfolkStreet - Manhattan

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• After completion of Functional Assessment, develops individualized behavior support plans and staff intervention plans following required format for content and quality.
• Implements and monitors effective behavioral data tracking systems.
• Completes additional behavior health related plans and documents as needed.
• Provides training to staff on behavior treatment plans, and on topics/plans related to behavioral health.
• Completes assessment and Psychological Evaluations as needed.
• Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed.
• Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families, medical providers, residential settings or other relevant stakeholders in the individual’s service provision.
• Provides crisis intervention, as well as instructs staff in appropriate techniques for addressing challenging behaviors.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate, providing input particularly on individuals with identified or emerging behavioral challenges.
• Accurately and timely maintains appropriate service records for individuals supported to ensure quality intervention and regulatory compliance.
• Performs all duties necessary to ensure compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping.
• Conducts other related tasks as needed or required.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in clinical/treatment psychology (with training in assessment + behavioral support plans).

2+ years’ direct experience with developmental disabilities: creating, implementing, and monitoring behavioral support plans or supervising/training others in their implementation.

Experience overseeing administrative tasks for regulatory compliance and program operations.

Ability to collaborate effectively and coordinate multiple stakeholders.

Adaptability to fast-paced, evolving environments and organizational cultures.

Preferred Qualifications

Board certification (BCBA) or state licensure.

Coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

• Low Cost Quality Medical Insurance
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral program
• 403(b) company match
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending account

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.