Behavior Support Specialist (BSS)

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. in Stroudsburg, PA, seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to observe participants and collaborate with families to implement a positive behavior support plan.

The role requires experience with Autism/IDD and a strong background in functional assessments. The position demands a Master’s degree in a relevant field, PA Behavior Specialist license, FBA training (or willingness to complete), and a valid driver's license with clean background checks; contract-based

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience with Autism and/or other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, ABA or PA Behavior Specialist License.
• FBA training with post-test certification, or willingness to complete during application process.
• Valid driver's license with vehicle insurance and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Observe the participant in various settings; collaborate with family and team to develop and implement a positive behavior support plan.
• Complete FBAs by conducting comprehensive functional assessments of participant's issues.
• Conduct training related to behavior support plan implementation with staff, participant, family, and caretakers.
• Complete paperwork related to data collection, progress reports, and planning material.

Skills

Observation

Education

Master's Degree (Psychology/Social Work/Education/ABA)

Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

Job description

Behavior Support Specialist (BSS)

Location: Stroudsburg, PA 18360

Contract Type: CONTRACT

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community, work, and home based services to adults with special needs. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve their life experiences. The individuals we support are in need of an experienced Behavioral Specialist to work with them.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe the participant in various settings; and collaborate with his/her family and team to develop and implement a positive practice behavior support plan. Revise the plan as needed.
• Complete FBAs by conducting comprehensive functional assessments of participant's presenting issues
• Conduct training related to the implementation of behavior support plans with staff, the participant, their family members and caretakers
• Complete required paperwork related to data collection, progress reporting, monthly/quarterly reports and development of annual planning material

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with Autism and/or other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Minimum of a Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License
• Complete state training conducting and using a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA), and Post Test Certification - or willingness to complete the training during application process*
• Valid Drivers License, vehicle registration, and auto insurance for vehicle(s) used to provide services.
• Clean driving record and the ability to complete and pass required background checks

Each Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS) office is separately incorporated. Registering on the Kaleidoscope web portal is not a guarantee that contracting opportunities will be available and/or located. Further steps are required to complete your registration with the appropriate legal Kaleidoscope (KFS) entity. Professionals contracting through KFS are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.

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Office Address: 5000 Tilghman Street #330, Allentown PA 18104