Behavioral Support Specialist (BSS) - Master's Deg Req.

Istss; Erie (Erie County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced Behavioral Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities in community, work, and home settings.

The role focuses on observing participants, developing and revising positive behavior support plans, and conducting FBAs with families and staff. Responsibilities include staff training on plan implementation, data collection, and reporting; plus completing annual planning materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with Autism and/or other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, ABA or PA Behavior Specialist License.
• Complete state training conducting and using a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) or willingness to complete during application.

Responsibilities

• Observe the participant in various settings and collaborate with family and team to develop and implement a positive behavior support plan and revise 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, family members and caretakers.
• Complete required paperwork related to data collection, progress reporting, monthly/quarterly reports and development of annual planning material.

Skills

Autism experience

Education

Master's degree in Psychology

Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

FBA training / certification

Job description

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