Behavior Specialist Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 33 days PTO the first year

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

ACHIEVE NY is seeking a Behavior Specialist Technician to provide direct behavioral support, data collection, and crisis intervention within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes implementing Behavior Support Plans, maintaining accurate records, and participating in meetings to report progress and plan goals.

The position is full-time, with a hourly wage of $20.94–$26.00, located in Broome County, NY.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• At least 1 year of experience in OPWDD-funded services or similar human services setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect and record data per Behavior Support Plans.
• Carry out clinical assessments and complete admin tasks.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Implement and model strategies from Behavior Support Plans.
• Maintain tracking systems and caseload documentation.
• Attend Life Plan and PPT meetings to report behavior data.

Skills

Data recording

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Behavioral data tracking

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.