Behavior Support Manager

Community Options New York

City of Syracuse (NY)

On-site

USD 67,500 - 82,500

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Syracuse, NY seeks a Behavior Support Manager to lead staff, conduct assessments, and develop prevention and support plans for individuals with disabilities, with oversight across Syracuse and Binghamton.

The candidate should hold a Master’s in behavioral analysis or psychology, with BCBA/BCaBA preferred, and have at least one year of experience in behavioral plans; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in behavioral analysis, psychology, or related field.
Minimum one year experience in development and implementation of behavioral support plans.
BCBA or BCaBA certification strongly preferred.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee duties of behavioral support staff.
Perform one on one observation and interaction with individuals.
Complete functional behavioral assessments for identified individuals.
Create prevention plans and support plans as needed.
Train staff on implementation of plans.
Prepare progress reports for the consumer's support network.

Skills

Driver's license

Data interpretation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral analysis or psychology

BCBA or BCaBA certification (preferred)

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now seeking a Behavior Support Manager in Syracuse, NY. The Behavior Support Manager uses best practices and technologies within a community setting to assist individuals with acquiring, retaining, improving, and generalizing the behavioral, self‑help, socialization, relational, and communication skills needed to enhance relationships, and increase independence and functioning. This role will have oversight of the Syracuse and Binghamton, NY regions.

Starting pay is $75,000 per year

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee duties of behavioral support staff
Perform one on one observation and interaction with individuals
Complete functional behavioral assessments for identified individuals
Create prevention plans and support plans as needed
Train staff on implementation of plans
Prepare progress reports for consumer's immediate support group, including their family and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals
Serve as an active member of each person’s Inter‑Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Master’s degree in behavioral analysis, psychology, or related field
Minimum one year experience in the development and implementation of behavioral support plans
BCBA or BCaBA certification strongly preferred
First aid, CPR, OSHA, and medication certification course within first 90 days of employment, and any required residential or state training
Valid driver’s license with good driving record
Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Supports
Ability to conduct functional behavioral assessments
Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data
Knowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operations
Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
Flexibility to deal with people at a variety of levels, both internally and externally
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing