BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST

UCP Long Island; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Time

403(b) Retirement Plan

AFLAC Benefits

Job summary

UCP Long Island is seeking a Behavior Specialist to join our Residential Services team in Commack, NY. The role involves assessing needs under a licensed psychologist, developing individualized behavior support plans, and training staff to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You'll conduct assessments, implement plans that promote self-direction and emotional well-being, and monitor outcomes while collaborating with psychology, psychiatry, and residential teams.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Applied Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience in behavioral assessment and intervention.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Passion for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral assessments and testing.
• Develop individualized behavior support plans.
• Train staff on behavior support strategies.
• Monitor treatment goals and outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Behavioral assessment

Staff training

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Commack, NY 11725Salary Range: $27.72 - $30.29 Hourly

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about helping individuals reach their fullest potential? Do you have experience in behavioral assessment, treatment planning, and staff development? If so, UCP Long Island is looking for a dedicated Behavior Specialist to join our Residential Services team.

Make an Impact Every Day

As a Behavior Specialist, you'll work under the supervision of a licensed psychologist to assess needs, develop individualized behavioral support plans, train staff, and help individuals achieve meaningful personal goals.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct behavioral assessments and psychological testing
• Develop individualized behavior support plans that promote:
  • Self-direction
  • Emotional well-being
  • Skill development
  • Independence and community participation
• Monitor and evaluate treatment goals and outcomes
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
• Train and coach direct support professionals on behavior support strategies
• Collaborate with psychological, psychiatric, and residential teams
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Provide ongoing support, consultation, and behavioral guidance across residential programs

What We're Looking For:

• Master's Degree in Applied Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related field
• Experience in behavioral assessment and intervention
• Strong written communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Passion for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Why Join UCP Long Island?

• Meaningful work that transforms lives
• Supportive and mission-driven culture
• Medical Insurance (30+ hours/week)
• Dental Insurance (20+ hours/week)
• Company-Paid Base Life Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Sick, andPersonal Time
• Paid Holidays
• Pension Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Voluntary AFLAC Benefits
• Career Advancement Opportunities

UCP Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.