Trauma-Informed Behavioral Support Specialist

Community-Services-Group-; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Plan with Employer Match

Job summary

Community Services Group is seeking a Behavioral Services Specialist to develop and implement positive behavioral support plans for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served in various settings. You will work with supervisors and direct care staff to ensure rights-based, quality behavioral support aligned with self-determination and Recovery principles.

The role requires a relevant degree and experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel to training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to special education, psychology, counseling, social work, education, applied behavior analysis, or similar.
• Four years of direct experience supporting individuals with mental illness/ID/DD.
• Master’s degree in a related field with two years of direct experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) using indirect methods (interviews, records) and direct methods (observations, ABC data collection).
• Monitor progress through on-site visits, data collection, and periodic assessments to ensure appropriate programs.
• Develop data-driven Behavior Support Plans (BSP) based on FBA findings and least restrictive strategies.
• Design environmental modifications, antecedent strategies, and replacement skills.
• Participate in development of individual service plans and review progress with staff.
• Supervise progress reports and ensure accurate program records.
• Lead staff training on positive behavioral support techniques.
• Maintain thorough documentation in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with staff to create goal plans and BSPs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of IDD, mental health, autism, trauma-informed care, and related topics.
• Implement best practice behavioral interventions.

Skills

FBA methods

Data collection

Training staff

Documentation

Communication

Self-determination principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education/psychology/related field

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

Tools

ABC data collection

Positive Behavior Support

Behavioral Assessment Tools

Job description

Community Services Group is seeking a Behavioral Services Specialist to develop and implement positive behavioral support plans for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served in various settings. You will work with supervisors and direct care staff to ensure rights-based, quality behavioral support aligned with self-determination and Recovery principles.

The role requires a relevant degree and experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel to training