Behavioral Intervention Specialist — Data‑Driven Plans & Training

Heartshar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

EAP

Job summary

HeartShare is seeking a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to support Brooklyn residential programs. You will oversee behavioral services, conduct FBAs, and develop Behavior Support Plans and Medication Monitoring Plans to address challenging behaviors.

You will train Direct Support Professionals on behavior plans, interventions, and other mental health topics, and implement SCIP-R as needed. Thorough documentation and cross-site reporting are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's degree in psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology related to human development and clinical interventions.
• National Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA) and a Master's in behavior analysis, or a NY State license in mental health counseling as alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee behavioral services in residential programs, including FBA, BSPs, and Medication Monitoring Plans.
• Provide training to Direct Support Professionals on behavior plans, interventions, and mental health topics.
• Prepare written reports for treating psychiatrists and maintain thorough records and data interpretation.
• Conduct regular reviews and observations, and support multiple sites under OPWDD guidance.

Job description

HeartShare is seeking a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to support Brooklyn residential programs. You will oversee behavioral services, conduct FBAs, and develop Behavior Support Plans and Medication Monitoring Plans to address challenging behaviors.

You will train Direct Support Professionals on behavior plans, interventions, and other mental health topics, and implement SCIP-R as needed. Thorough documentation and cross-site reporting are required.