Behavioral Support Consultant - Lead Behavior Interventions

The Summit Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid school breaks

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Job summary

The Summit Center in Amherst, NY is seeking a Behavioral Support Consultant to provide clinical support through team consultation, assessments, and the development of behavior plans. You will lead Behavioral Support Technicians and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective interventions.

Required are a Bachelor's in a related field; a Master’s is preferred, with ABA experience. Certifications such as First Aid/CPR and SCIP-R are valued; the role offers comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, school psychology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing behavioral support plans with developmentally disabled individuals using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methods.
• First Aid and CPR; SCIP-R certification; OCFS clearance for preschool units; BCBA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide data-based behavioral consultation to classroom teams.
• Complete behavioral assessments.
• Develop and write required reports; measure student progress on interim behavioral protocols and behavior intervention plans.
• Train staff in best practice methods.
• Provide and oversee crisis intervention services for students.
• Ensure that IEP mandates are fulfilled.
• Maintain all records required.
• Conduct duties in line with current best practice and ethical guidelines.

Skills

Behavioral consultation

Crisis intervention

Staff training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Summit Center in Amherst, NY is seeking a Behavioral Support Consultant to provide clinical support through team consultation, assessments, and the development of behavior plans. You will lead Behavioral Support Technicians and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective interventions.

Required are a Bachelor's in a related field; a Master’s is preferred, with ABA experience. Certifications such as First Aid/CPR and SCIP-R are valued; the role offers comprehensive