Behavior Interventionist

Manhattan Psychology Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Telehealth options

Professional development program

Reimbursement program

Job summary

Manhattan Psychology Group is seeking a part-time Behavior Interventionist to provide one-on-one mental health services based on ABA for neurodiverse youth in home, school, and community settings. The role emphasizes data collection, documentation, supervision, and collaboration with BCBA and family members.

The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in a related field and at least two years of ABA experience, with a flexible schedule to accommodate case-based hours.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or graduated with a Master's degree or higher program in Psychology, Counseling/Therapy, Education, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, SLP, OT or related field required.
• Minimum of two years ABA experience or implementing evidence based treatments to neurodiverse children and adolescents with developmental diagnoses required.
• Ability to shift priorities and adjust execution of treatment plan based on feedback provided by supervisor.
• Ability to think on your feet and creatively engage clients while implementing treatment plan.
• Participation in ongoing in-house training and required professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy in home, school, and community settings utilizing ABA and other evidenced based principles as developed by Behavior Analyst (BCBAs) and/or Mental Health Clinicians
• Develop rapport, communicate effectively, and collaborate Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Mental Health Providers and other professionals and/or family members involved with the client’s treatment
• Collect behavioral data as directed by the supervisor using data collection tools and software
• Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines
• Participate in required individual and/or group clinical supervision
• Follow ethical standards, licensing board rules, and organizational policies

Skills

ABA experience

Data collection

Documentation

Education

Master's degree or higher in related field

Tools

Data collection tools

Job description

Description

Job Title: Behavior Interventionist

Compensation: $50-$60 per hour; paid bi-weekly

Employment Type: W-2 Part-Time Employee; Non-Exempt

Schedule: Varies based on the case

Location: This is an in-person role based out of the New York City Metro

Role Summary

Behavior Interventionists are responsible for providing one-on-one mental health services based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or other evidence-based treatments to neurodiverse children and adolescents in order to improve their behaviors across settings. Success in this role includes delivering high-quality care, building a consistent caseload, and meeting all supervision and documentation requirements.

Behavior Interventionist Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy in home, school, and community settings utilizing ABA and other evidenced based principles as developed by Behavior Analyst (BCBAs) and/or Mental Health Clinicians
• Develop rapport, communicate effectively, and collaborate Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Mental Health Providers and other professionals and/or family members involved with the client’s treatment
• Collect behavioral data as directed by the supervisor using data collection tools and software
• Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines
• Participate in required individual and/or group clinical supervision
• Follow ethical standards, licensing board rules, and organizational policies

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $50-$60 per hour
• Employee referral and case-specific bonuses available, with uncapped earning potential.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Billing, scheduling, and intake support
• Flexible scheduling and telehealth options
• Professional Reimbursement (for hourly, w-2 employees): A one-time reimbursement of up to $100 per calendar year (Please note: In order to receive this reimbursement, you MUST be in good standing with all HR related documentation.)
• Access to a comprehensive ABA professional development program at no cost
• Opportunities to accrue direct and indirect fieldwork supervision hours and participate in individual and group supervision

Requirements

Behavior Interventionist Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in or Graduated with a Master's degree or higher program in Psychology, Counseling/Therapy, Education, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, SLP, OT, PT or related field required
• Minimum of two years ABA experience or implementing evidence based treatments to neurodiverse children and adolescents with developmental diagnoses required
• Ability to shift priorities and adjust execution of treatment plan based on feedback provided by supervisor
• Ability to think on your feet and creatively engage clients while implementing treatment plan
• Participation in ongoing in-house training and required professional development

About Manhattan Psychology Group:

Manhattan Psychology Group is a multidisciplinary practice committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, wrap-around care to individuals, families, and communities. Our services range from ABA, mental health, psychological testing, and educational support, delivered across clinic, home, school, and telehealth settings. We value collaboration, professional growth, and evidence-based practice, fostering an environment where clinicians are supported and empowered to make meaningful, lasting impact.

Manhattan Psychology Group is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We believe diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our teams and enhances the care we provide to the communities we serve.

Manhattan Psychology Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Manhattan Psychology Group is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodation requests may be submitted to [e-mail].