Behavior Specialist

Easterseals NH; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability

PTO and Holidays

403(b) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness programs

NH Veteran-Friendly Business

Job summary

Easterseals NH is seeking a Behavior Specialist to develop comprehensive behavioral interventions and training plans using non-aversive approaches. The role includes program oversight, policy development, and ensuring compliance with state and licensing requirements.

Qualified candidates have a Master’s in ABA or Psychology (or substitutions), and at least two years of relevant experience with individuals who have developmental disabilities. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis or Psychology required, or equivalent substitutions.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with people who have developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee behavioral interventions and training plans.
• Provide training to direct support and management staff on behavioral supports and incident reporting.
• Document target behaviors and summarize monthly reports.
• Develop data collection and tracking systems for staff, providers and families.
• Attend physician/psychiatric appointments and clinical meetings.
• Process billing materials and respond to proposals based on program needs.

Skills

Behavior analysis

Non-aversive interventions

Training & coaching

Education

Master's in ABA or Psychology

Experience with target population

Job description

Job Description:Easterseals NH is seeking a Behavior Specialist for our team. Strong candidates will help to develop comprehensive behavioral interventions and training plans using non-aversive approaches. Responsible for program oversight to include policy development and compliance with applicable state, federal, and licensing requirements.Qualifications:Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or Psychology, ORTwelve (12) years’ experience may be substituted for the Master’s Degree, ORCombination of Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field with two (2) years’ experience with the targeted population may be substituted for Master’s Degree and required working experienceMinimum of two (2) years’ experience working with people who have developmental disabilities preferredValid driver’s license and reliable transportationEssential Responsibilities:Responsible for program oversight to include policy development and compliance with applicable state, federal, and licensing requirements.Provide training to direct support staff and management staff in the areas of; physical interventions, non-aversive behavior supports, client rights, incident reporting, data collection and person specific plans & protocols.Facilitate and track the documentation of target behaviors as specified in each individual’s behavior support plan or guidelines and formally summarize on a monthly basis.Using functional analysis procedures, develop comprehensive behavioral interventions and training plans using non-aversive approaches.Develop protocols and guidelines for individuals served.Write monthly reports for all persons on psychological service caseload.Develop data collection & tracking systems for staff, providers and families.Work with department managers to identify individuals who require psychological services.Attend physician / psychiatric appointments as needed.Attend and participate in all applicable clinical and person-specific meetings.Participate in psycho-educational activities.Complete annual summaries based on review of all persons on caseload and review of managers’ monthly report.Responsible for processing appropriate billing materials.Respond to request for proposals based on analysis of program needs.Compensation: $58,656Hours: Monday through Friday, full-time 40 hoursWhat’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & DisabilityPTO begins accruing on your first day!10 Paid Holidays – includes a floating holiday of your choice403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%Tuition reimbursement after one year of employmentStudent loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employmentWellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessationWe are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.To learn more about this role, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Bill: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-bill/15minDifficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? ContactBill at 603.670.6817 or email [e-mail]