In-Person Behavior Support Specialist

Alpha Health Service; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-person work location

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Alpha Health Services in Greensburg, PA is seeking a part-time/contract Behavior Support Specialist to provide clinical expertise for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. You will conduct functional assessments and develop strategies to promote skill acquisition and positive change.

Requirements include a master’s degree in a relevant field or BCBA/BCaBA certification, plus PA licensure options or equivalent credentials.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or Gerontology.
• Certification as BCBA or BCaBA.
• PA Licensure as Psychologist, LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.
• At least two years of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual disability and/or autism.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel throughout the service region.
• Successful completion of PA Criminal Record Check, FBI Fingerprinting, and Child Abuse Clearances.

Responsibilities

• Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) to identify triggers and purposes of challenging behaviors.
• Behavior Support Plan (BSP) development with positive reinforcement strategies.
• Clinical training for families and staff on implementing behavioral strategies and BSP.
• Data collection and analysis to monitor progress and adjust interventions.
• Collaboration with team meetings, support coordinators, and families to ensure holistic care.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Data collection

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology

BCBA/BCaBA certification

PA Licensure (Psychologist/LPC/LMFT/LCSW)

Job description

Alpha Health Services in Greensburg, PA is seeking a part-time/contract Behavior Support Specialist to provide clinical expertise for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. You will conduct functional assessments and develop strategies to promote skill acquisition and positive change.

Requirements include a master’s degree in a relevant field or BCBA/BCaBA certification, plus PA licensure options or equivalent credentials.