Behavioral Support Specialist

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Oil City (Venango County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced Behavioral Specialist to support adults with special needs in Oil City, PA. You will observe behavior, develop plans, and collaborate with families to implement positive practices.

The role requires a masters in a relevant field, PA licensure or willingness to obtain, and FBA certification or readiness to complete training. Valid DMV records and background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or ABA.
• PA Behavior Specialist License or willingness to obtain.
• FBA certification with post-test or willingness to complete.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Observe participants in various settings and collaborate with family to plan positive behavior supports.
• Develop and revise a functional behavior support plan with the team.
• Complete FBAs and functional assessments of presenting issues.
• Train staff and families on implementing behavior support plans and data collection.

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology / Social Work / Education / ABA

Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

FBA Certification / Post Test Certification

Valid Driver's License

Clear background checks

Job description

Location: Oil City, PA 16301

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community, work, and home based services to adults with special needs. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve their life experiences.

The individuals we support are in need of an experienced Behavioral Specialist to work with them.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe the participant in various settings; and collaborate with his/her family and team to develop and implement a positive practice behavior support plan. Revise the plan as needed.
• Complete FBAs by conducting comprehensive functional assessments of participant's presenting issues
• Conduct training related to the implementation of behavior support plans with staff, the participant, their family members and caretakers
• Complete required paperwork related to data collection, progress reporting, monthly/quarterly reports and development of annual planning material

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with Autism and/or other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Minimum of a Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License
• Complete state training conducting and using a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA), and Post Test Certification - or willingness to complete the training during application process*
• Valid Drivers License, vehicle registration, and auto insurance for vehicle(s) used to provide services.
• Clean driving record and the ability to complete and pass required background checks

Title: Behavioral Support Specialist

Class: Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS)

Type: CONTRACT

BC: #KFS201

Company: Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.

Contract Contact: WPA Careers

Office Email: [e-mail]

Office Phone: [phone]

Office Address: 600 North Bell Avenue, Bldg. 2, Suite 240, Carnegie, PA 15106

Each Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS) office is separately incorporated. Registering on the Kaleidoscope web portal is not a guarantee that contracting opportunities will be available and/or located. Further steps are required to complete your registration with the appropriate legal Kaleidoscope (KFS) entity. Professionals contracting through KFS are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.