Behavior Specialist

Arc Broward; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited referral bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Retirement plan with employer matching

26 Paid Days off annually

Job summary

Arc Broward is seeking a Behavior Specialist in Deerfield Beach, FL to support the implementation of behavior plans and coaching of staff. The role focuses on modeling positive strategies, de-escalation, and intervention to support children with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities include assisting in assessments, training staff, and ensuring data-driven adjustments. Eligible candidates should have ABA experience, RBT certification within a year, and a valid FL driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or HS diploma with relevant ABA experience
• RBT certification required within 1 year
• Valid Florida driver's license

Responsibilities

• Assist the Behavioral Team Leader in assessments and in developing behavior plans.
• Train and coach direct support professionals to implement plans and collect data.
• Lead classrooms teams to prevent and de-escalate crises and support positive management.
• Monitor student progress via data analysis and adjust procedures as needed.
• Lead activities with positive prompting and reinforcement across lessons.
• Model and reinforce effective classroom management and crisis prevention.

Skills

Valid FL driver’s license

Education

Associate degree in Psychology or related field

High School diploma + 4+ years experience

RBT Certification

Job description

Behavior Specialist - Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Bright Horizons Center at Deerfield Beach, FL

Shift

40 hours - M-F 10:30am – 6:30pm (9:00am - 5:00pm in summer and six non-school days during year)

Salary

$45,000 or $47,000 with RBT certification with full-time benefits

Arc Broward is looking for a Behavioral Specialist to support the team in the implementation of behavior plans. As a Behavior Specialist, you play an essential role in modeling and coaching positive behavioral strategies and interactions and prevention, de-escalation, and intervention strategies.

What makes Arc Broward great?

• Arc Broward is a leader in the field of Developmental Disabilities and provides excellent professional growth and training
• Arc Broward is forward-thinking and innovative
• Arc Broward values our team members and helps them shine
• Arc Broward puts the CARE in CAREER!

We Have Fantastic Benefits Such As

• Unlimited, generous Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program resources for all staff (and immediate family members) for work-life balance, stress management, and other life challenges
• Traditional benefits, like Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; Life insurance, Short / Long term disability plans, and supplemental Aflac insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• 26 Paid Days off annually

What does a Behavioral Specialist Do?

• Assists the Behavioral Team Leader in conducting assessment and developing behavior plans that help the children develop skills and adaptive behaviors
• Trains and coaches direct support professionals to implement the behavior plans and document data
• Leads the classrooms teams in procedures to prevent and de-escalate crisis behaviors and implement positive classroom management strategies
• Monitors the progress of each student through analysis of data and ensures procedural modifications are made as warranted
• Leads the classrooms teams in engagement of all activities and lessons using positive prompting and reinforcement
• Models and reinforces effective classroom management, prevention, de-escalation, crisis management, and transition strategies

Required Qualification/Skills

• Associate Degree in Psychology or related field plus 2 or more years of experience including implementation of ABA plans and crisis intervention with individuals with developmental disabilities or High School diploma plus 4 or more years of experience
• RBT Certification required within 1 year of employment
• Valid FL driver’s license

Keywords: Special needs, Autism, Behavior Specialist, developmental disabilities, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities