Behavior Specialist & Staff Training Lead

Community-Residences; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community-Residences in Newington, CT seeks a Behaviorist to develop and implement behavioral support plans and teach skills to CRI consumers under supervision. You will coordinate interventions, train staff, and maintain detailed documentation of each consumer’s progress.

The role requires a master’s in psychology (or a related bachelor’s with extensive ABA experience), strong teaching and communication skills, and a Connecticut driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology with at least 1 year of experience or Bachelor's with at least 3 years in developmental disabilities and ABA proficiency.
• Willingness to respond to behavioral emergencies as needed.
• Clear writing and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Commitment to community-based services and client-centered care.
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement behavioral support plans and skill teaching strategies based on referrals and supervision.
• Monitor and update programs regularly or as requested.
• Coordinate behavioral interventions with referral sources for new placements.
• Provide client-specific training to Residential Programs and CRI Group Home staff.
• Deliver in-service training to newly hired staff and develop curriculum.
• Document consumer’s behavioral training for files.
• Maintain professional knowledge through training and literature review.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Consulting Psychologist.

Skills

ABA proficiency

Teaching skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Driving license

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Job description

Community-Residences in Newington, CT seeks a Behaviorist to develop and implement behavioral support plans and teach skills to CRI consumers under supervision. You will coordinate interventions, train staff, and maintain detailed documentation of each consumer’s progress.

The role requires a master’s in psychology (or a related bachelor’s with extensive ABA experience), strong teaching and communication skills, and a Connecticut driver’s license.