Program Developer — Autism & Behavior Support Lead

Hawthorne Foundation; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Education incentives

Life insurance/AD&D

403B plan

Paid vacation, holiday & sick time

Job summary

Hawthorne Foundation, Hawthorne, NY, is seeking a Program Developer to advance behavioral programs for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. You will review Life Plans, train staff, and ensure practice aligns with person-centered outcomes.

Role requires an advanced degree in Education or Behavior Psychology and OPWDD experience, with credentials such as RBT or BCBA preferred. This is a full-time position with a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree preferred in Education or Behavior Psychology with OPWDD experience; Bachelor's degree with experience considered.
• OPWDD developmental disabilities experience required.
• RBT credential or in process within 3 months.
• BCBA or ABA MA with 15 ABA credits preferred (or working towards).
• Knowledge of educational, behavioral procedures, principles and technology.
• Knowledge of educational/treatment planning.
• Sensitivity to the needs of individuals.
• Accountability and supervision structure with coordination to day habilitation and adult programs.

Responsibilities

• Review pre-placement, psychological, educational, residential, social, and medical assessments and make recommendations.
• Ongoing review of Life Plans to ensure appropriateness of placement, goals and objectives.
• Develops and trains staff in behavioral principles and technology.
• Ensures proper oversight of behavior programs and staff training.
• Intervenes in special cases requiring non-routine procedures.
• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments as needed and writes behavior support plans.
• Ensures compliance with Medicaid, OPWDD regulations and EHR procedures.
• Mentors Day Hab Specialists and participates in staff development.

Skills

Behavioral principles

Educational procedures

Treatment planning

Data collection

Staff training

Accountability

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Education/Behavior Psychology

Bachelor's Degree with experience

Tools

Registered Behavior Technician credential

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

EHR software

Job description

Hawthorne Foundation, Hawthorne, NY, is seeking a Program Developer to advance behavioral programs for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. You will review Life Plans, train staff, and ensure practice aligns with person-centered outcomes.

Role requires an advanced degree in Education or Behavior Psychology and OPWDD experience, with credentials such as RBT or BCBA preferred. This is a full-time position with a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.