Behavior Support Specialist

Bancroft; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Repayment

Onsite M.A. in Applied Psychology

Supervision hours toward BCBA/BCaBA

Clinical research opportunities

Job summary

Bancroft in Mt. Laurel, NJ is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to work in person at the Lindens Center. You will help develop and implement individualized support plans under the supervision of a behavior analyst, and coordinate care for children and adolescents with autism and related disabilities.

The role emphasizes creating effective behavior plans, documenting outcomes, and collaborating with families, funders, and an interdisciplinary team to improve daily functioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least six months experience in Human Services or related field.
• In programs where the incumbent is required to serve as a QIDP, one year of experience is required.
• Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• With behavior analyst oversight, develops and coordinates ISPs for persons served at the Program site.
• In collaboration with the behavior analyst, conducts functional behavior assessments.
• Develops, evaluates and confirms clinical outcomes of behavior plans.
• Coordinates and creates agenda for family and funder contact.
• Coordinates health care and behavioral needs.
• Trains, mentors, and monitors staff on care delivery; leads IDT.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Behavior Support Specialist

Requisition ID: 2026-20823

Category: Applied Behavior Analysis

Status: REG - Regular (Full Time)

Location: Mt Laurel, NJ

Employment Type: Non-exempt/Full Time In Person

Department: Lindens

Hourly Rate: $24.35-$24.84 Plus additional incentive

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm

Bancroft is a leading service-provider for children and adults with autism, other intellectual or developmental disabilities or those in need of neurological rehabilitation. We provide a full continuum of highly effective services - for people of all ages and every level of abilities - based on best practices and scientifically proven techniques. Our services include special education, vocational training, supported employment, structured day programs, group home and apartment programs both on-campus and in the community, short-term behavioral stabilization services for children, and in-home and outpatient rehabilitation services. As a nonprofit organization, we are solely committed to supporting people with special needs and their families, to help make it One World. For Everyone.

Bancroft is actively seeking highly motivated individuals for our Behavior Specialist Specialist opening supporting our Lindens Center. The Lindens is a highly effective residential program helping children and adolescents ages 11-21 overcome acute behavioral challenges due to severe autism or an intellectual or developmental disability.

Responsibilities

• With behavior analyst oversight, creates and coordinates the development and implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) for persons served at specific Program site.
• In collaboration with behavior analyst, conducts, develops, and implements functional behavior assessments for persons served at Program site.
• Develops, evaluates, and confirms clinical outcomes of behavior plans to ultimately ensure a functionally- sound behavior plan as needed for persons served.
• Coordinates and creates agenda for family and funder contact.
• Coordinates health care and behavioral needs.
• Responsible for training, mentoring, and monitoring staff on care delivery.
• Leads interdisciplinary team (IDT) process and responsible for timely documentation. Advocates on behalf of persons served.

What we offer you:

• Tuition Reimbursement of $5,250 each year toward a college degree
• Tuition Repayment offering $5,000 annually toward college loans
• Onsite M.A. in Applied Psychology: ABA through Rider University with tuition paid in full by Bancroft
• Chance to earn supervision hours toward BCBA or BCaBA requirements while simultaneously gaining hands on experience
• Opportunity to participation in clinical research and work with leaders in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Many of our ABA Clinical Assistants have been promoted into positions of advancement throughout Bancroft and accepted into top undergraduate and graduate degree programs

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of six months experience in Human Services or related field required. In programs where the incumbent is required to serve as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP), one year of experience is required. Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis preferred.

EEO Statement

Bancroft stands strong against racism and hate of all kinds and supports actions leading to respect, equality, fairness and peace. We advocate for and embrace an inclusive and just world. One world. For everyone. We work with heart, respect and collaboration. We are communicators, listeners, problem solvers, partners and collaborators. Bring your authentic self to our team.

Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential. To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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