Behavioral Specialist - Hybrid & Flexible Schedule

Heartshare Human Services Of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 27,856 - 39,673; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

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.

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.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree

RBT or ABA certification

Job description

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.