Behavior Specialist & Staff Trainer (On-Site)

Upstate-Caring-Partners; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO Plans

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners in Rome, NY seeks a Behavior Specialist to help individuals with developmental disabilities by designing and implementing behavior plans, providing expert consultation, and coaching staff across residential programs. The role focuses on enhancing learning outcomes and maintaining compliance with OPWDD standards.

The position includes 16 hours of on-site support outside standard weekday hours, including weekends, to support 24/7 programs.

Qualifications

• BCBA or equivalent with master’s level emphasis in behavior analysis or related field.
• Master’s in psychology, social work, or related field with OPWDD-approved training.
• Bachelor’s in human services with OPWDD experience and ongoing graduate coursework.

Responsibilities

• Partner with treatment teams to design and implement effective instructional strategies.
• Evaluate behavioral challenges and create tailored plans that foster learning and growth.
• Deliver in-service training and hands-on coaching to staff across residential programs.
• Provide real-time support for acute behavioral issues and contribute to psychiatric consults.
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD standards while promoting a culture of respect and inclusion.
• Participate in agency-wide initiatives, committees, and professional development activities.

Skills

Behavior analysis expertise

Staff training & coaching

Consultation skills

Program evaluation

Driver's license

Education

BCBA certification or equivalent

Master’s in psychology / social work with OPWDD training

Bachelor’s in human services with OPWDD experience

Tools

OPWDD standards knowledge

Functional assessment & behavior support plan knowledge

Job description

Upstate Caring Partners in Rome, NY seeks a Behavior Specialist to help individuals with developmental disabilities by designing and implementing behavior plans, providing expert consultation, and coaching staff across residential programs. The role focuses on enhancing learning outcomes and maintaining compliance with OPWDD standards.

The position includes 16 hours of on-site support outside standard weekday hours, including weekends, to support 24/7 programs.