Behavior Specialist Day Program Services (Pittsfield)

Kids for the Future; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance up to 80%

Paid vacation, sick and personal time

Free tuition for MA state colleges

Job summary

Berkshire County Arc seeks a full-time Behavior Specialist to support day program participants across Berkshire County. A Bachelor’s degree and ABA experience are required, with at least 3 years of work with individuals with disabilities or brain injury.

This role involves implementing Positive Behavior Support, coordinating with program staff, and developing behavior intervention plans under supervision. Mon-Fri 8:30a-4:30p with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, special education, social work, or related field.
• Extensive behavioral knowledge and/or ABA experience.
• At least 3 years experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or brain injury.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work in a variety of Berkshire County Arc day program settings independently and reliably.
• Be a regular and consistent support for day programs throughout Berkshire County. Consult with program staff and teams weekly regarding general behavior issues, Positive Behavior Support implementation and trainings.
• Participate in meetings conducted by team for the support of the individual and/or the staff who are day program participants regarding Universal or Targeted plans, Safety concerns, or Community access.
• Conduct regular and objective program observations in a variety of settings and provide recommendations and feedback on Universal Supports as needed, as well as review recommendations regarding treatment approaches to staff and management as required.
• With the supervision and support of the Director of Behavioral Services, create, implement, and monitor behavior intervention plans and contribute to comprehensive functional assessments.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

ABA experience

Disabilities experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

• Base Pay $27.11 / Hour
• Job Category Behavior Specialist, Full-Time
• Employee Type Hourly FT

Description

Supporting people. Enriching lives.

Make a DIFFERENCE for Your Career!

Mon-Fri 8:30a-4:30p 40/wk

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work in a variety of Berkshire County Arc day program settings independently and reliably.
• Be a regular and consistent support for day programs throughout Berkshire County. Consult with program staff and teams weekly regarding general behavior issues, Positive Behavior Support implementation and trainings.
• Participate in meetings conducted by team for the support of the individual and/or the staff who are day program participants regarding Universal or Targeted plans, Safety concerns, or Community access.
• Conduct regular and objective program observations in a variety of settings and provide recommendations and feedback on Universal Supports as needed, as well as review recommendations regarding treatment approaches to staff and management as required.
• With the supervision and support of the Director of Behavioral Services, create, implement, and monitor behavior intervention plans and contribute to comprehensive functional assessments.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree- ideally in psychology, special education, social work, or a related field. Extensive behavioral knowledge and or experience with ABA. At least 3 years experience working with individuals with disabilities and or brain injury.
• Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.

Berkshire County Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary

• Up to 80% health care paid.
• Paid vacation, sick and personal time.
• Free tuition for all MA state colleges.
• See BCArc’s Career Page for Full Benefits.