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Behavioral Support Specialist

2 months ago

Poughkeepsie, New York, United States ABILITIES FIRST, INC Full time
Position Overview

Abilities First, Inc. has been a reputable organization for over six decades, dedicated to providing educational, vocational, residential, and support services in the Hudson Valley. We proudly serve more than 1400 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Our mission is to foster inclusion and dismantle barriers, creating a society where every individual is acknowledged and valued for their unique abilities.

We are currently seeking a full-time Behavior Intervention Specialist. This role is pivotal in delivering behavior analysis and programming services to our participants. As a key member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team, you will provide care and support specifically to adults with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of Behavioral Regulations.

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engage in program decision-making as part of the leadership team, offering guidance and support to staff.
  • Conduct necessary psychological evaluations for service recipients.
  • Perform Functional Behavioral Assessments, create behavior intervention plans, and monitor medication as required.
  • Oversee the collection, summarization, and analysis of data related to behavior programs.
  • Ensure all documentation meets agency and regulatory standards.
  • Provide leadership, training, and support to agency staff, including clinical and direct support personnel.
  • Exhibit knowledge of learning principles and training methods based on positive reinforcement.
  • Facilitate outreach and connections with other clinical community services.
  • Develop therapeutic relationships with participants.
  • Attend and coordinate meetings as necessary, participating in clinical review committees.
  • Offer direct clinical support to interns through established partnerships with educational institutions.

Benefits:

  • Paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • On-demand payment options
  • And additional benefits

Qualifications:

  • A Master's degree in a clinical or treatment field such as psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology, along with documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development; or
  • A national board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA) and a Master's degree in behavior analysis; or
  • A New York State license in mental health counseling; and
  • A minimum of five years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior support plans; and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavior support plans.
  • Certification or the ability to obtain certification in SCIP-R.
  • Strong skills in behavioral analysis.
  • Effective communication and demonstrated leadership abilities.
  • Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
  • A valid NYS driver's license with no moving violations deemed unacceptable by our insurance provider.