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

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Support Specialist to work within our team to support adults with developmental disabilities.

The role requires collaboration with families and staff to implement positive behavior support plans and to complete functional assessments (FBA) as needed. The position emphasizes direct care, training, and careful documentation, with a focus on life quality improvements for participants and their families.

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, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License.
• Complete state training conducting and using a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) or willingness to complete during application process.

Responsibilities

• Observe the participant in various settings; collaborate with family and team to develop and implement a positive behavior support plan.
• Complete FBAs by conducting comprehensive functional assessments.
• Conduct training on behavior support plan implementation with staff, families, and caretakers.
• Complete required paperwork including data collection, progress reports, and annual planning materials.

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, ABA or PA Behavior Specialist License

Job description

Location: Erie, PA 16510
Date Posted: 09/23/2026
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.: 1308291-6
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

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.