Behavior Support Manager

Community Options, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Health

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Behavior Support Manager to apply best practices in a community setting. You will support individuals in acquiring social and communication skills, supervise staff, and participate on the clinical team.

Starting pay is $70,000 per year, with competitive benefits for a full-time role. The ideal candidate is a BCBA or eligible, with strong relationship skills and the ability to maintain composure in crisis situations.

Qualifications

• Master’s level BCBA or candidate sitting for the exam within 6 months.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with individuals and families.
• Good judgment and calmness in crisis situations.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Background checks including criminal, central registry, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavioral support interventions based on individual needs.
• Provide ABA – FBA and develop a Behavioral Support Plan.
• Supervise RBT/Behavior Support Specialist staff.
• Implement the individualized Behavior Support Plan and Positive Behavioral Supports.
• Coordinate with program staff and participate in the clinical team.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis

Staff supervision

Relationship building

Crisis management

Communication skills

Education

BCBA credential or eligible

Exam pending within 6 months

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 Pittsburgh, PA. 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.

Starting pay is $70,000/ per year

Responsibilities

• Implement behavioral support interventions and activities based on individual needs and ongoing assessment; frequency and duration may decrease or vary throughout the stay
• Provide Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) – Functional Behavioral Assessment and development of a Behavioral Support Plan
• Supervise RBT/Behavior Support Specialist staff as needed
• Implement the individualized Behavior Support Plan
• Provide Positive Behavioral Supports
• Provide coordinated support with program staff and participate as part of the clinical team
• Additional responsibilities as assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s level Board Certified Behavioral Analyst or sitting for the exam within 6 months
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with the youth and their families
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application!

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V