Senior Behavioral Support Specialist (ABA & FBA)

Istss; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced Behavioral Specialist to support individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in community settings. You will observe, assess, and collaborate with families and teams to create and implement behavior support plans.

Responsibilities include conducting FBAs, training staff and caregivers, and completing data collection, progress reports, and planning materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience with Autism and/or other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Master's 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.

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

Skills

Autism experience

FBA knowledge

Education

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

Job description

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. seeks an experienced Behavioral Specialist to support individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in community settings. You will observe, assess, and collaborate with families and teams to create and implement behavior support plans.

Responsibilities include conducting FBAs, training staff and caregivers, and completing data collection, progress reports, and planning materials.