Coordinator of Behavior Services

The Arc Erie County New York; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The Arc Erie County NY in Williamsville, NY is seeking a Director-level Leader to coordinate and strengthen behavior services across Residential, Education, Day Habilitation, Clinical, and Community programs. You will supervise Behavior Technicians and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain high quality, person-centered supports.

The role emphasizes proactive strategies, staff development, and organizational impact, with a focus on OPWDD and SED-aligned standards and excellent

Qualifications

• Masters in Psychology, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, or related field.
• BCBA, NYS licensure, or OPWDD BIS Level 1/2 eligibility.
• Continued education and credential maintenance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and Functional Behavioral Assessments
• Develop and monitor behavior support plans
• Provide staff training and consultation
• Support interdisciplinary treatment teams
• Oversee behavior services compliance and documentation
• Assist with psychotropic medication review process
• Serve as a clinical resource across programs

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Clinical leadership

Staff development

Communication

Education

Masters degree in Psychology/Social Work/Behavior Analysis

BCBA or NYS licensure / OPWDD BIS Level 1/2 eligibility

Job description

Now Available: Coordinator of Behavior Services

The Arc Erie County NY

Williamsville, NY (and surrounding areas)

Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

$60,000 - $75,000 annually (based on experience), Exempt

Lead Behavioral Excellence Across Our Agency

We’re looking for a confident clinical leader to oversee and strengthen behavior services across our Residential, Education, Day Habilitation, Clinical, and Community programs. This role ensures high-quality, compliant, and person-centered behavior support services while supervising Behavior Technicians and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

If you’re passionate about proactive strategies, staff development, and improving outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities, this is a highly visibly leadership opportunity.

The Role at a Glance

In this role, you will:

• Conduct assessments and Functional Behavioral Assessments
• Develop and monitor behavior support plans
• Provide staff training and consultation
• Support interdisciplinary treatment teams
• Oversee behavior services compliance and documentation
• Assist with psychotropic medication review process
• Serve as a clinical resource across programs

This position plays a key role in shaping behavioral supports agency-wide and ensuring services align with OPWDD and SED standards.

What Makes You a Strong Candidate

Education and Credentials

• Masters in Psychology, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, or related clinical field
• BCBA, NYS Mental Health Counseling license, or OPWDD-qualified Level 1/2 BIS.
• Required continuing education and credential maintenance

Experience

• Minimum 3 years supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
• Experience developing and implementing behavior support plans
• Staff supervision and training experience
• Knowledge of OPWDD, DOH, CMS and SED regulations

Other Requirements

• Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Strong leadership, communication, and clinical judgement

Why Join The Arc Erie County NY?

• Agency-wide clinical impact
• Collaborative leadership environment
• Mission-driven work supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
• Opportunity to shape and grow behavioral services
• Excellent employee benefits including affordable insurance, retirement plan, on demand pay and fantastic work-life balance!