Behavioral Specialist

Heartshare Human Services Of New York; New York (NY); In loco; USD 27.856 - 39.673; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

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

Tuition Assistance Program

Professional Development opportunities

Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, and more

Descrizione del lavoro

Heartshare Human Services Of New York is seeking an experienced Behavioral Specialist for its Treatment Family Foster Care (TFFC) program in Brooklyn. This part-time position involves providing comprehensive behavioral support and intervention services, working with clients aged 2 to 21.

You will observe client behavior, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with teachers and families to monitor progress. The role offers flexible scheduling and a range of benefits, including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• RBT or ABA certification 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.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Mansioni

• Observing and assessing client’s behavior.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to address behavioral issues.
• Support clients throughout the treatment process.
• Monitor and record treatment progress.
• Conduct assessments to determine clients’ improvements.

Conoscenze

Experience working directly with clients and individuals with special needs

Strong working knowledge of behavioral theory and applied behavior analysis

Good communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to handle intense emotional situations

Bilingual ability

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree

RBT or ABA certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Details

Job Location: 66 Boerum Place, 66 Boerum Place, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 - Brooklyn, NY 11201
Position Type: Part-Time
Education Level: Bachelors Degree or Equivalent
Salary Range: $24.51 - $24.51 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Up to 75%
Job Shift: Any

We are seeking an experienced Behavioral Specialist to join our Treatment Family Foster Care (TFFC) program at HSVS. Under the direction of the TFFC Supervisor, 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. Please note that this role is a part-time position.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions 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 Connections.
• Collaborating with other healthcare specialists and support organizations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, within the scope of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• RBT or ABA certification 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.

Benefits

• 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 Discount.
• Verizon 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].