Behavior Specialist Technician

Achieve; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO – up to 33 days first year

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Achieve is seeking a Behavior Specialist Technician in Broome County, NY to support behavior services through implementation, data collection, and training. This full-time role collaborates with clinical and program staff to promote positive outcomes and ensure quality services.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of experience in OPWDD-funded or similar human services settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license that meets agency insurance requirements.
• At least one year of experience working within OPWDD-funded services or a comparable human services setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect and record data in accordance with Behavior Support Plans and Monitoring Plans.
• Carry out clinical assessments and complete administrative tasks as assigned.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Implement and model strategies outlined in Behavior Support Plans.
• Maintain tracking systems and documentation for assigned caseload.
• Attend Life Plan Meetings, PPT meetings, and psychiatric appointments to report behavior and symptom tracking information.
• Assist in developing and facilitating group programming.
• Consult with Behavior Specialists regarding individuals on assigned caseloads.
• Promote positive and collaborative working relationships across departments.
• Complete and maintain required documentation in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and agency policies.
• Ensure all required files and records are accurate and up to date.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Behavior Specialist Technician

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Wage: $20.94 - $26.00/hr.

Location: Broome County, NY 13815

Benefits: Up to 33 days of PTO the first year, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more

Why Join ACHIEVE

At ACHIEVE, you’ll do more than just a job, you’ll build a meaningful career while making a real impact on your community. Join a mission-driven team where you can support individuals in achieving independence, develop valuable skills, and grow in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Behavior Specialist Technician Key Responsibilities:

The Behavior Specialist Technician is responsible for supporting behavior services through implementation, tracking, and training. This role works closely with clinical and program staff to promote positive behavioral outcomes and ensure quality services. The position’s specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collect and record data in accordance with Behavior Support Plans and Monitoring Plans.
• Carry out clinical assessments and complete administrative tasks as assigned.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Implement and model strategies outlined in Behavior Support Plans.
• Maintain tracking systems and documentation for assigned caseload.
• Attend Life Plan Meetings, PPT meetings, and psychiatric appointments to report behavior and symptom tracking information.
• Assist in developing and facilitating group programming.
• Consult with Behavior Specialists regarding individuals on assigned caseloads.
• Promote positive and collaborative working relationships across departments.
• Complete and maintain required documentation in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and agency policies.
• Ensure all required files and records are accurate and up to date.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license that meets agency insurance requirements.
• At least one year of experience working within OPWDD-funded services or a comparable human services setting.
• ACHIEVE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace for all employees.