BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST

Person Driven Clinical Solutions; Carnegie (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Earn while you learn

Career advancement opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

Person Driven Clinical Solutions in Carnegie, PA is hiring a Behavior Specialist to assess needs, develop BSP/RPP plans, and coordinate with families and interdisciplinary teams. This full-time role involves data collection, monitoring plans, and ensuring human rights protections while supporting individuals with behavioral needs.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 2–5 years of behavioral support experience, with strong writing and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Counseling or other health related fields.
• Two to Five years behavioral support services experience.
• Knowledge and experience with: Positive Approaches, Dual Diagnosis, Person Centered Thinking, Trauma Informed Care, group facilitation and staff mentoring a plus
• Excellent writing, documentation, and record keeping skills; particular emphasis on Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and written behavioral/treatment plans

Responsibilities

• Complete evaluation / detailed assessment of needs for individuals needing a BSP or a Restrictive Procedure Plan (RPP).
• Collect and evaluate behavioral data.
• Observe individual in various settings for developing a BSP/RPP.
• Collaborate with the individual, their family, and their team for developing a BSP/RPP.
• Conduct comprehensive functional assessments of presenting issues (e.g., aggression, self-injurious behavior, law offending behavior, elopement).
• Partner with the individual, their family, and their team to develop positive interventions to address specific presenting issues.

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Counseling or other health related fields

Job description

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BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST

Regular Full Time Professional Carnegie, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 10132

Salary: $60,000.00 Annually

Be the Reason Someone Has a Better Day

Behavior Specialist

Full-Time- Allegheny region, PA

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Person Driven Clinical Solutions, we're not just hiring employees, we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.

Person Driven Clinical Solutions, LLC (PDCS) is a qualified provider of supports and Behavioral Support Services to individuals with Mental Health / Intellectual Developmental Disabilities. PDCS, LLC also offers individualized technical assistance; on-site consultations and trainings to a variety of organizations across the United States interested in becoming truly Person Driven. It is primarily under contract with human service organizations participating in the public social service systems of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

At Person Driven Clinical Solutions, our team members are more than employees—they are advocates, mentors, and difference-makers.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Earn while you learn
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the organization
• Leadership development and professional growth

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Build relationships that change lives
• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Support independence and self-confidence
• Make a positive impact every day
• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving others

What You'll Do

The Behavior Specialist will:

• Complete evaluation / detailed assessment of needs for individuals needing a Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) or a Restrictive Procedure Plan (RPP)
  • Collect and evaluate behavioral data
  • Observe individual in various settings for the purpose of developing a BSP/RPP
  • Collaborate with the individual, their family, and their team for the purpose of developing a BSP/RPP
  • Conducting comprehensive functional assessments of presenting issues (e.g., aggression, self-injurious behavior, law offending behavior, elopement etc.)
  • Partner with the individual, their family, and their team in order to develop positive interventions to address specific presenting issues
• Develop individualized BSP/RPP
  • Ensure that all support plans are Person Driven, integrate Practice Based Evidence and reflect the core clinical needs of the individual
• Train and mentor support/program staff, families and team members on the individual’s behavior support plan and the individual preference for supports
• Implement activities and strategies identified in the individual’s BSP/RPP
• Monitor implementation of BSP/RPP
• Collect, organize, review, and analyze data on challenging strategies
  • Maintain and update individuals’ behavioral data tracking tools/create progress documentation utilizing excel and convey trends, progress, success or the need to change approaches
• Review and revise BSP/RPP annually for each individual at Individual Support Plan (ISP) Annual Review or whenever a Critical Revision (CR) is requested by the individual’s supports team
  • Collect BSP/RPP signatures electronically through DocuSign
  • Partner with interdisciplinary teams to schedule and facilitate annual training on BSP/RPP
• Attend (as required / virtually) psychiatric, medical, and therapy appointments as needed for consumers
• Participate as needed in Interdisciplinary Team and Quarterly ISP meetings
• Ensure /Protect all individual’s human rights
  • Participate in ongoing Human Rights Team (HRT) Reviews
    • Complete the individual(s) HRT Summary and necessary supporting documentation
  • Participate in various County Human Rights Committee (HRC) Reviews
    • Complete the necessary supporting documentation and coordinate with Regional Director that all necessary documentation is complete/accurate
• Participate in various County Positive Practices Review Committee (PPRC) upon request
• Collects feedback on the individual and team members’ experiences of the supports and services provided
• Complete accurately documentation of billable/non-billable time in SETWorks, Progress Notes (PN) and Monthly Progress Review Summary Notes (MPRSN) daily/weekly/monthly for every individual on BSS caseload
• Submit required monthly oversight information to supervisors
• Participate in necessary supervision/mentoring meeting with supervisor
• Review ISP Caseload Tool monthly for accuracy
• Review Authorization Spreadsheets and update the team on any changes in need
• Timely submit proper, complete and accurate required documentation/ paperwork as required by State and Federal Regulations, PDCS, and HIPAA
• Complete PDCS Annual Training requirements
• Follow up on correspondence/mailings/filing as needed

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

Compassionate and caring

Dependable and responsible

Patient and positive

Looking for meaningful work

Interested in healthcare, human services, psychology, education, nursing, social work, or caregiving

Ready to make a difference in the lives of others

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Counseling or other health related fields
• Two (2) to Five (5) years behavioral support services experience
• Knowledge and experience with: Positive Approaches, Dual Diagnosis, Person Centered Thinking, Trauma Informed Care, group facilitation and staff mentoring a plus
• Excellent writing, documentation, and record keeping skills; particular emphasis on Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and written behavioral/treatment plans

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.

This job changes lives.

Person Driven Clinical Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today"

About Our Organization

Person Driven Clinical Solutions, Inc is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.