Behavior Specialist

Seven Hills Foundation; Middleton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Enhanced retirement plan (25%–33% 2+%/

Job summary

Seven Hills Community Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation, seeks a Behavior Specialist to provide direct support, intervention planning, and staff training within Community Based Day Supports and Employment programs. You will assess behavioral functioning, develop intervention plans, and collaborate with agencies and staff to ensure effective outcomes.

The role involves documenting progress, training staff in behavior management, and contributing to Individual Support Plans; some

Qualifications

• Two years of behavioral intervention experience.
• Working knowledge of behavioral principles.
• M.A. degree in psychology or related field preferred.
• BCBA license preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• No certifications required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate programmatic team participation, writing behavior modification guidelines, plans, obtaining required approvals, training staff, compiling data, and reviewing plans for effectiveness.
• Provide individual and/or group intervention for participants served, as warranted and assigned.
• Assist in the screening of prospective participants as assigned.
• Assess individuals’ behavioral functioning; preparing evaluations of findings, developing plan for behavioral interventions and their implementation.
• Work with referring agencies, staff and individuals served in the development and follow up of Individual Support and Behavior Plans or Behavior Guidelines, including participating in case conferences and ISP as assigned.
• Familiar with regulations governing human rights of participants; follow Seven Hills Foundation Policies & Procedures and site policies.
• Transport participants if needed; position may require travel within Central MA across locations.
• Act as a role model and provide contextual training of staff in the integrated therapeutic model.
• Participate in activities as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Foster growth of individuals by teaching and offering opportunities for choice and empowerment.
• Treat individuals with respect and dignity in an age- and culturally-appropriate manner.

Skills

Documentation Skills

Policy Enforcement

Relationship Building

Influence and Negotiation Skills

Counseling Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Behavior SpecialistBehavior Specialist Seven Hills Community Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation Provide direct support intervention plans and modeling to individuals served in the Community Based Day Supports and Employment programs.Assistance may include providing assessment and hands on guidance in short term behavioral interventions for participants and staff.Perform the required training and documentation necessary for group and individual participant goal achievement particularly in the area of behavior management.Facilitate behavior plan development, implementation and staff training.Pay: [Insert pay range] Sign-on Bonus: [Insert sign-on bonus details]Benefits for Full-time employees:Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%33% Employer match based on tenure.Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!Work-Life Balance:Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!Vacation Cash-Out Option3 Paid Personal Days11 Paid HolidaysAccrued Paid Sick TimeResponsibilitiesTo facilitate programmatic team participation, writing behavior modification or guidelines, plans, obtaining required approvals, training staff, compiling data, and reviewing plans for effectiveness.To provide individual and/or group intervention for participants served, as warranted and assigned.To assist in the screening of prospective participants as assigned.To assess individuals’ behavioral functioning; preparing evaluations of findings, developing plan for behavioral interventions and their implementation.To work directly with referring agencies, staff and individuals served in the development and follow up of Individual Support and Behavior Plans or Behavior Guidelines, including participating in case conferences and ISP as assigned.To be familiar with regulations and statues governing the human rights of program participants.Be familiar with, and assist in the implementation of, the Seven Hills Foundation Policies & Procedures, the site’s Program Specific Policies & Procedures and the regulations governing the program.To transport participants if needed.Position requires some travel within Central, MA across program locations.To act as a role model and to provide contextual training of staff in the integrated therapeutic model.Participate in activities as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.To foster the growth of individuals by teaching and offering opportunities for choice, empowerment and growth of behavioral skills as determined.To treat individuals with respect and dignity and in an age and culturally appropriate manner.To be familiar with the agency’s overall operation as established by written description of service and organizational information.To perform additional duties as required or directed.QualificationsTwo years of behavioral intervention experience and working knowledge of behavioral principles,M.A. degree in psychology or related field preferred.BCBA license preferred.Skills and Knowledge:Documentation Skills: Accurate and thorough record-keeping.Policy Enforcement: Implementing and enforcing organizational policies.Relationship Building: Developing and maintaining positive relationships.Influence and Negotiation Skills: Reaching consensus through discussion.Counseling Skills: Providing guidance and support to clients.Valid driver’s license, ability to drive, and means of consistent transportation.Why Join Seven Hills Community Services?Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to person-centered care.Opportunities for professional development and growth.Create meaningful connections and positively impact lives every day.You can also see an overview of the amazing work our organization does with this video: https://vimeo.com/344648526 Ready to Make a Difference?Apply now to join a supportive, innovative team where you can help individuals achieve their full potential and thrive in their communities.Bachelor degree requiredStandard driver’s license – class C or class DBehavioral Analyst license preferredNo certifications required for this position1 – 3 years of related experience