Behavioral Care Specialist - Float

Hospital for Special Care; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA contributions

FSAs

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Pet insurance

Wellness programs

Employee referral bonus

Recognition programs

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Behavioral Float to perform patient care across behavioral units, including Neurobehavioral, PHP, and Inpatient Autism. You will work with RN, SBS, and BCBA to carry out treatment plans and lead group activities while maintaining safety and therapeutic engagement.

The role requires a human service degree or equivalent experience, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in a Human Service field or Associate’s Degree with related experience.
• Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder or brain injuries preferred.
• ABA procedures experience with data collection and reinforcement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care on behavioral units in collaboration with RN, SBS and BCBA.
• Assist in developing and implementing behavioral plans and activities.
• Document observations and daily treatments per hospital standards.
• Lead 1:1 and small group activities for patients of all ages.
• De-escalate distress and maintain safety with approved methods.
• Float to other units as needed based on competency and needs.

Skills

Driver's license

Reading and writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Human Service

Associate’s Degree in Human Service

Job description

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Behavioral Float to perform patient care across behavioral units, including Neurobehavioral, PHP, and Inpatient Autism. You will work with RN, SBS, and BCBA to carry out treatment plans and lead group activities while maintaining safety and therapeutic engagement.

The role requires a human service degree or equivalent experience, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.