Float Behavioral Support Consultant

The Summit Center; Town of Amherst, Getzville, Buffalo (NY, NY, NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid breaks

Up to 15 days paid time off

14–16 paid holidays annually

Profit sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance/

401K with up to 4% contribution

Job summary

The Summit Center in Western New York is seeking a Float Behavioral Support Consultant to join our team and support Summit Academy and OPWDD programs. You will provide clinical support through team consultation, behavioral assessments, and the development and implementation of behavior plans.

You will lead Behavioral Support Technicians, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure effective behavioral interventions while maintaining required records and complying with ethical guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in special education, school psychology, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in School Psychology or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field.
• Certification: First Aid and CPR.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide data-based behavioral consultation to classroom teams/adult day programs.
• Complete behavioral assessments.
• Develop and write required reports.
• Measure student progress on interim behavioral protocols and behavior intervention plans and the reliability of treatment implementation.
• Provide and oversee crisis intervention services for students.
• Ensure that IEP mandates are fulfilled.
• Maintain all records required.
• Conduct all duties, responsibilities, and daily activities in accordance with current best practice and ethical guidelines.

Skills

Data-based consultation

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in special education or related field

Bachelor’s degree in School Psychology or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field

First Aid

CPR Certification

BCBA certification (preferred)

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Position: Float Behavioral Support Consultant

Pay: $54,000 - $60,000

Location: Multiples sites across Amherst, Tonawanda, Buffalo, and Clarence

Schedule: Variable, either Monday - Friday 10am - 5:30pm or Tuesday - Friday 10am -5:30pm and Saturday 9:45am - 4:15pm. Will also provide coverage for staff on PTO.

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

Why Work With Us?

• Fully paid breaks (up to 5 weeks per year!)
• Up to 15 days of paid time off
• 14–16 paid holidays annually
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
• 401K with up to 4% contribution

Your Impact as a Behavioral Support Consultant

The Behavioral Support Consultant will support Summit Academy and OPWDD programs. They are responsible for providing clinical support through team consultation, behavioral assessments, and the development and implementation of behavior plans. They lead and guide Behavioral Support Technicians and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective behavioral interventions.

• Provide data-based behavioral consultation to classroom teams/adult day programs
• Complete behavioral assessments
• Develop and write required reports
• Measure student progress on interim behavioral protocols and behavior intervention plans and the reliability of treatment implementation
• Provide and oversee crisis intervention services for students
• Ensure that IEP mandates are fulfilled
• Maintain all records required
• Conduct all duties, responsibilities, and daily activities in accordance with current best practice and ethical guidelines

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, Etc.: First Aid, CPR, and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised Instructor (SCIP-R) certification; fingerprint clearance through Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) for individuals assigned to preschool units. Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Master’s degree in special education, school psychology, or a related field. Experience in developing and implementing behavioral support plans with developmentally disabled individuals using Applied Behavior Analysis methods.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in School Psychology or related field.

Bachelors or better in Special Education or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

First Aid

CPR Certification

Preferred

Bd Cert Behavior Analyst

OCFS 6000 Clearance

SCIP-R Certification

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