Behavior Support Coach

Heartshare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plans with employer"

Paid vacation, sick, personal days

EAP

Flexible spending account

Employee appreciation programs

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellhub Discount

Verizon Wireless Discount

BJ’s Membership discount

Discounts on Broadway tickets

Job summary

HeartShare is seeking a dedicated Behavior Support Coach to join our special education team in New York. You will support students ages 5-21, assess and implement individualized behavior strategies, and collaborate with families, teachers, and a multidisciplinary team to help learners achieve educational goals.

The role emphasizes training staff in ABA techniques, conducting data collection, and developing and adjusting behavior plans within a supportive school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in ABA therapy with students required.
• Experience in Cognitive-Behavioral therapy preferred.
• Strong understanding of behavior management principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom modifications and behavior management strategies.
• Train ABA staff in assessments, DTT, NET, and data collection.
• Develop and review ABA programs and behavior plans.
• Coach staff on implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Conduct behavior observations and data collection (ABC, frequency, duration).
• Create classroom materials (visual aids, token boards, PECS, etc.).
• Provide consultation and crisis support; respond to emergency interventions.
• Attend IEP meetings, parent conferences, and team meetings.
• Ensure compliance with CPSE and agency policies.
• Collaborate with BCBA, behavior staff, and leadership.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and analyze data.
• Develop and adjust individualized BIPs based on observations.

Skills

ABA therapy

Behavior management

Team collaboration

Data collection

Cognition and behavior

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent Preferred

Job description

HeartShare is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Behavior Support Coach to join our special education team. In this role, you will work with students ages 5-21 to support their behavioral development in a nurturing environment. You will have the opportunity to assess, plan and implement individualized behavior strategies, collaborating with families, teacher and a multidisciplinary team to help students achieve their educational and developmental goals.

If you are passionate about empowering young learners to overcome challenges, build positive behaviors, and thrive in their early education journey, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact on their lives.

Essential Functions And Primary Responsibilities Of Position

• Support classroom modifications and behavior management strategies
• Train ABA staff in assessments, DTT, NET, and data collection
• Assist in developing and reviewing ABA programs and behavior plans
• Coach staff on implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Conduct behavior observations and data collection (ABC, frequency, duration)
• Create classroom materials (visual aids, token boards, PECS, etc.)
• Provide consultation and crisis support; respond to emergency interventions
• Cover classrooms when teacher aides are absent
• Attend IEP meetings, parent conferences, and team meetings
• Ensure compliance with CPSE and agency policies
• Collaborate with BCBA, behavior staff, and leadership
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and analyze data
• Develop and adjust individualized BIPs based on observations
• Implement and reinforce behavior strategies in individual and group settings
• Support students and staff during behavioral interventions
• Train and coach families and staff on consistent behavior strategies
• Document behavior progress, complete reports, and maintain records
• Master agency software systems and tools
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope, responsibilities, and level of the position, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED Required; Associate's degree or equivalent Preferred
• Previous experience in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy with students Required
• Experience in Cognitive-Behavioral therapy Preferred
• Strong understanding of behavior management principles
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Proficient in developing and implementing behavior support plans
• Demonstrated ability to handle stressful situations with patience and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, talk and hear. Walk to and from various locations in the building. May need to stoop, bend, and sometimes lift or push wheelchairs of children being served. Physical intervention techniques may be required to aid the children in challenging moments. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to focus.

Benefits

• Rewarding Work in a team environment.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
• 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Wellhub Discount
• Verizon Wireless Discount.
• BJs Membership discount.
• Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to [e-mail].

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For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated.

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