Behavior Specialist

Berkshire Family And Individual Resources; North Adams (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berkshire Family And Individual Resources in North Adams, MA is seeking a Behavior Specialist to support individuals with developmental needs. You will help develop behavior plans, implement data collection, and ensure consistent support across staff to help clients achieve personal goals.

Collaborating with outside agencies, you will contribute to coordinated treatment goals, monitor progress, and assist with plan modifications as individuals grow and learn new skills in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Associates degree in related field or HS diploma/GED with 1 year experience in behavior management required.
• RBT certification preferred.
• Background checks including CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting, LEIE, Driving record, E-verify, Physical, PPD and licensing/certification checks may be required.
• Valid US driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of behavior plans and data collection systems.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure proper utilization of plans and guidance.
• Support individuals to achieve personal goals and develop necessary skills and healthy behaviors.

Skills

Behavior management

Education

Associates degree in related field

High school diploma/GED with 1 year experience in behavior management

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: North Adams, MA 01247Salary Range: $24.00 - $27.00 Hourly

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Behavior Specialist is primarily responsible for assisting with the development of behavior plans, psychotropic medication treatment plan and data collection systems, working with direct care staff and managers to enhance understanding and proper utilization of plans, and ensuring that individuals served receive appropriate and consistent support and guidance needed to achieve their own personal goals and to develop necessary skills and healthy behaviors. The Behavior Specialist also collaborates with outside agencies to assist with collaborative treatment goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree in related field or High school diploma/GED with 1 year experience in the field utilizing behavior management techniques for individuals with developmental disabilities is required, RBT preferred. Requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Ability to complete all initial and ongoing background checks including but not limited to: CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting, LEIE, Driving record, E-verify, Physical, PPD and licensing and/or certification checks (i.e., nursing). Valid US driver’s license and ready access to a vehicle.