Behavior Support Coach / ABA Experience

Heartshare Human Services Of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

403(B) retirement plan

Health insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Flexible spending account

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Wellness discounts

Job summary

HeartShare Human Services Of New York seeks a dedicated Behavior Support Coach to support preschoolers aged 3-5 in a play-based learning environment.

You will assess, plan, and implement individualized behavior strategies, collaborating with families, teachers, and a multidisciplinary team to reach educational goals. The role emphasizes ABA methods, data collection, and staff training.

Qualifications

• Requires ABA therapy experience with students.
• Experience with Cognitive-Behavioral therapy is preferred.
• Ability to develop and implement behavior support plans and BIPs.
• Excellent collaboration with families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

ABA therapy

Cognitive-Behavioral therapy

Team collaboration

Behavior management

Behavior support plans

Data collection

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Russo First Step EC Center 82-12 151st Avenue Howard Beach - Howard Beach, NY 11414

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: Associates Degree or Equivalent

Salary Range: $22.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day

HeartShare is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Behavior Support Coach to join our preschool special education team. In this role, you will work with children ages 3-5 to support their behavioral development in a nurturing, play-based environment. You will have the opportunity to assess, plan and implement individualized behavior strategies, collaborating with families, teacher and a multidisciplinary team to help children achieve their educational and developmental goals.

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

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. 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 GEDRequired;Associate's degree or equivalentPreferred


• Previous experience in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy with studentsRequired


• Experience in Cognitive-Behavioral therapyPreferred


• 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

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].

About HeartShare

For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives.

To learn more about HeartShare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook.

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HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.