Behavior Support Clinician II – 30 Hours/Week | $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

Ability Beyond; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Health/dental/vision/pet insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) + PSLF eligibility

Mileage reimbursement

Clinical growth opportunities

BCBA support

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Ability Beyond is seeking a Behavior Support Clinician II in the Greater Danbury Area to deliver advanced behavioral support to adults with developmental, behavioral health, and mental health needs. You will develop individualized treatment strategies, support therapeutic programming, and help individuals build skills for greater independence and quality of life.

The role offers a 30-hour week with flexibility, a $6,000 sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, plus opportunities for

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related field required.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain injuries required.
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and behavioral principles required.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized Behavior Support Plans using ABA principles and Positive Behavior Supports.
• Monitor treatment integrity, analyze behavioral data, and adjust programming as needed.
• Build therapeutic relationships and integrate behavioral strategies into everyday supports.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to residential and program staff.
• Partner with Residential Program Managers to support programming, crisis response, and overall program quality.
• Participate in intake, transition, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, outpatient providers, families, and community partners.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and regulatory reports.

Skills

ABA knowledge

communication skills

collaboration

driver's license

experience with developmental/disabil

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or related field

Job description

Behavior Support Clinician II – $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

Location: Ability Beyond – Based in the Greater Danbury Area
Schedule: 30 hours per week with flexibility
Salary: $25.96/hour ($40,500 annually)
Sign-On Bonus: $6,000

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day!

At Ability Beyond, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. As a Behavior Support Clinician II, you will provide advanced behavioral support to adults with intellectual, developmental, behavioral health, and mental health needs. You will develop individualized treatment strategies, support therapeutic programming, and help individuals build skills that promote greater independence and quality of life.

Flexibility That Works for You

The 30-hour schedule offers flexibility for experienced clinicians who want to balance their work at Ability Beyond with other professional or personal commitments. This may be a great fit for experienced clinicians who maintain a private practice, are looking for greater work-life balance, or value the flexibility of a reduced-hour schedule while still having access to a comprehensive benefits package.

What You Will Do:

• Develop individualized Behavior Support Plans using ABA principles and Positive Behavior Supports
• Monitor treatment integrity, analyze behavioral data, and adjust programming as needed
• Build therapeutic relationships and integrate behavioral strategies into everyday supports
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to residential and program staff
• Partner with Residential Program Managers to support programming, crisis response, and overall program quality
• Participate in intake, transition, and discharge planning
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, outpatient providers, families, and community partners
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and regulatory reports

What You Will Need:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related field required; MSW preferred
• Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or acquired brain injuries required
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and behavioral principles required
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Perks and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan and PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
• Mileage reimbursement
• Clinical growth and professional development opportunities
• BCBA support
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Join Ability Beyond, where you can be accepted, celebrated, and truly impactful. #BSC

Ability Beyond is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, ensuring that no individual is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.