Behavioral Support Specialist

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Support Specialist to work with adults who have special needs in Pennsylvania.

The role focuses on observing participants, developing and implementing positive behavior support plans, and collaborating with families and team members to revise plans as needed. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Psychology or related field, an active PA Behavior Specialist License, and at least two years of experience with Autism or developmental

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with Autism and/or IDD.
• Master's Degree in Psychology or related field with PA Behavior Specialist License.
• Experience completing FBAs and coordinating with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Observe participants in various settings and develop behavior support plans.
• Complete FBAs through functional assessments.
• Train staff, families, and caretakers on plan implementation.
• Prepare data, progress reports, and planning materials.

Skills

Autism experience

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)

Staff training

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

PA Behavior Specialist License

Job description

Location: Venango, PA 16440

Date Posted: 11/02/2026

Category: Direct Care Services

Education: Master's Degree

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

Ref. No.: 1322119-3

BC: #KFS216

Company: Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.

Contract Contact: WPA Careers

Office Email: [e-mail]

Office Phone: [phone]

Office Address:

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