Behavioral Specialist

Paycom; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(B) retirement plans with employer

Health, dental, vision and life insurn

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Assistance Program

Flexible spending account

Job summary

HeartShare is seeking an experienced Behavioral Specialist to provide comprehensive behavioral support and intervention services across our Brooklyn and Queens sites. You will observe, assess, and implement treatment plans, collaborating with families and teachers to ensure progress while maintaining records in Connections.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, strong knowledge of behavioral theory and ABA, excellent communication, and the ability to work a hybrid schedule with some commuting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience working with clients with special needs (ages 2–21) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral theory and ABA.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Willingness to commute to Brooklyn/Queens; hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assess client behavior.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to address behavioral issues.
• Support clients throughout the treatment process.
• Communicate with clients’ teachers, caregivers, and families to implement treatment plans.
• Monitor and record treatment progress.
• Conduct assessments to determine clients’ improvements.
• Maintain client records and treatment reports in Connections.
• Collaborate with other healthcare specialists.

Skills

Behavioral theory

Applied Behavior Analysis

Communication skills

Emotional regulation support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Behavioral Specialist to join our team at HSVS. Under the direction of the SFFC Director, the Behavioral Specialist will provide comprehensive behavioral support and intervention services in alignment with program standards and treatment objectives, serving clients across our Brooklyn and Queens program sites.Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities of Position:Observing and assessing client’s behavior.Develop and implement treatment plans to address behavioral issues.Support clients throughout the treatment process.Communicate with clients’ teachers, caregivers, and families to implement treatment plans.Monitor and record treatment progress.Conduct assessments to determine clients’ improvements.Maintain client's records and treatment reports in ConnectionsCollaborating with other healthcare specialists and support organizations.Performs other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope, responsibilities, and level of the position, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.Bachelor’s degree required.Bilingual preferred.Demonstrated experience working directly with clients and individuals with special needs, preferably within the age range of 2 to 21 years.Strong working knowledge of behavioral theory and applied behavior analysis.Understanding of the characteristics and behaviors associated with disorders.Good communication skills, both verbal and written.Ability to handle intense emotional situations.Ability to apply behavioral principles.Willingness to commute to Brooklyn and Queens as required.Ability to work a hybrid and flexible schedule.BenefitsAt HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect:Rewarding Work in a team environment.Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.Health, dental, vision and life insurance.Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.Tuition Assistance Program.Professional Development opportunities.Wellhub DiscountVerizon Wireless Discount.BJs Membership discount.Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more.HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to [e-mail] HeartShareWho WE ARE:For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated.To learn more about HeartShare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or Follow us on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook