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

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Support Specialist (BSS) in Erie, PA. A Master’s degree is required, along with experience supporting individuals with autism and related developmental needs.

Responsibilities include observing participants, developing and revising behavior support plans, conducting FBAs, and training staff and families. Eligible candidates must hold a PA Behavior Specialist license and complete required trainings, with background checks and a valid

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, ABA, or PA Behavior Specialist License.
• Minimum of 2 years experience with autism/IDDs.
• State training in FBA with Post Test Certification or willingness to complete during application.
• Valid Driver's License, vehicle registration, and auto insurance.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Observe the participant in various settings; 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 the participant's presenting issues.
• Conduct training related to the implementation of behavior support plans with staff, the participant, their family, and caretakers.
• Complete required paperwork related to data collection, progress reporting, monthly/quarterly reports, and annual planning materials.

Skills

FBAs / Functional Assessments

Behavior Support Plans

Staff & family training

Data collection & reporting

Education

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

Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

Job description

Location: Erie, PA 16510
Date Posted: 11/02/2026
Category: Direct Care Services
Education: Master’s Degree

Title: Behavioral Support Specialist (BSS) - Master's Deg Req.
Class: Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS)
Type: CONTRACT
Ref. No.: 1308291-9
BC: #KFS216

Company: Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.
Contract Contact: WPA Careers
Office Email: [e-mail]
Office Phone: [phone]
Office Address:

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

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.