Behavior Specialist — Behavioral Health & Staff Training

Beacon Specialized Living; Ocean City (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living in Ocean City, NJ is seeking a Behavioral Specialist to develop and implement individualized behavior support plans for residents across settings.

You will train care team staff, monitor progress, analyze data, and adjust interventions to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field, 1–2 years of relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license; master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Experience with behavioral assessments and interventions for individuals with IDD and mental illness is preferred.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develops and updates Behavior Support Plans (BSP) for individuals.
• Trains staff to implement BSP and provide ongoing behavioral support.
• Monitors progress, analyzes data, and adjusts interventions; collaborates with care teams.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Staff training

Data analysis

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beacon Specialized Living in Ocean City, NJ is seeking a Behavioral Specialist to develop and implement individualized behavior support plans for residents across settings.

You will train care team staff, monitor progress, analyze data, and adjust interventions to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field, 1–2 years of relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license; master’s degree preferred.