Behavioral Specialist

ABLE; Assonet (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ABLE is seeking a Behavioral Specialist to join its residential community supporting individuals with disabilities.

You will design and implement individualized behavior support plans based on functional behavior assessments, and you will train and mentor direct care staff and interdisciplinary teams in ABA principles, crisis prevention, and data collection, while collaborating with leadership to provide consistent behavioral support.

Qualifications

• Experience with Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) and trauma-informed care.
• Familiarity with ABA strategies and evaluating functional behavior assessments.
• Experience in residential care settings or with individuals with disabilities.
• Commitment to obtain CPR, First Aid, and non-violent intervention certifications within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized behavior support plans based on functional behavior assessments.
• Train and mentor direct care staff and interdisciplinary teams in ABA principles, crisis prevention, and data collection.
• Collaborate with leadership to provide consistent behavioral support and supervise other Behavior Specialists as needed.
• Provide crisis support, maintain accurate documentation, and travel as needed to meet individual needs.

Skills

PBS

Trauma-Informed Care

ABA strategies

Residential care experience

Education

Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, social work, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based portals

Job description

Pay

Pay: $73,000.00 - $76,000.00 per year

Job Description

Our client is a nurturing residential community supporting individuals with disabilities and is seeking a Behavioral Specialist to join their team. This role involves designing and implementing individualized behavior support plans based on functional behavior assessments. You Ll train and mentor direct care staff and interdisciplinary teams in ABA principles, crisis prevention, and data collection, while collaborating with leadership to provide consistent behavioral support. Responsibilities may include providing crisis support, supervising Behavior Specialists, ensuring accurate documentation, and traveling as needed to meet individual needs. The schedule is primarily standard business hours, with occasional evenings or weekends based on operational needs. If you re passionate about behavioral support and empowering individuals to reach their full potential, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, social work, or a related field
• BCBA certification 3 to 5 years of post-graduate experience assessing, implementing, developing, and overseeing behavior intervention programs and Functional Behavior Assessments
• Experience working with people with special needs or in a residential care setting
• A commitment to obtain CPR, First Aid, and non-violent physical intervention certifications within 3 months of hire and maintain certifications during employment
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Reliable transportation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to learn and use other software, such as web-based portals, etc.
• Experience in Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), Trauma-Informed Care, and ABA strategies is preferred

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance