Behavior Specialist

hce-careers; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

River Oaks Homecare is seeking a compassionate Behavior Specialist to provide in-home and community-based behavioral support for adults with disabilities across Pennsylvania. The role emphasizes person-centered planning, collaboration with families and home health staff, and adherence to DHS/OLTL guidelines.

The ideal candidate will conduct FBAs, develop PBSPs, coach staff, and implement crisis-safe interventions while promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life for clients in familiar

Qualifications

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments to identify function, triggers and environmental factors.
• Develop and monitor individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans with measurable goals.
• Collaborate with Service Coordinators, caregivers, families and staff to align interventions with ISP.
• Provide coaching to the interdisciplinary team to ensure consistent implementation.

Responsibilities

• Perform Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) to identify function and environment.
• Create and execute PBSPs with specific goals and proactive strategies.
• Collaborate with care teams to align interventions with ISP.
• Deliver training to staff on behavioral strategies to ensure consistency.
• Establish crisis prevention and safety protocols using least restrictive interventions.
• Maintain compliant progress notes and documentation per DHS/OLTL regulations.

Skills

Behavioral assessments

PBSPs development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Education, Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties


• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement


• Training & development

Join the Philly 100 Team - River Oaks Homecare is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and clinically skilled Behavior Specialist to provide individualized behavioral support to adults with physical disabilities and/or Other Related Conditions (ORCs). This role focuses on providing person-centered behavioral supports directly within clients' homes and community-based settings across Pennsylvania to promote independence, dignity, safety, and a high quality of life.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation based on experience and credentials.


• Flexible online scheduling centered around client and service needs.


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Company-paid life insurance and free telemedicine access.


• Same-day pay options via Tapcheck.


• Generous annual profit-sharing opportunities.

Why Join Us?

• Impact & Flexibility: Make a meaningful difference in familiar environments with a schedule built around client needs.


• Competitive Compensation: Packages tailored to your qualifications and clinical experience.


• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team committed to trauma-informed, compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

• Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA): Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine the function, triggers, antecedents, and environmental variables contributing to challenging behaviors.


• Behavior Support Plans: Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs) containing specific, measurable goals and proactive teaching strategies.


• Clinical Collaboration: Partner closely with Service Coordinators, caregivers, families, direct support professionals, and home health staff to align interventions with the client's Individualized Support Plan (ISP).


• Education & Training: Provide coaching and training to the interdisciplinary support team to ensure behavioral strategies are implemented consistently and effectively.


• Crisis & Safety Support: Establish individualized crisis prevention and response protocols, utilizing the least restrictive interventions to maintain a safe environment.


• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate progress notes and clinical tracking in full compliance with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL), and Chapter 6100 regulations.

Qualifications

• Credential Requirement: Current Pennsylvania Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) credential.


• Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Education, Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a closely related field.


• Experience: Demonstrated experience conducting behavioral assessments and developing support plans for adults with developmental or physical disabilities.


• Travel: Must possess reliable transportation and a willingness to travel to clients' homes and community settings.


• Core Values: A strong commitment to providing respectful, person-centered, trauma-informed, and compassionate care.