Behavior Specialist

Under the clinical direction of the Clinical Psychologist and / or Day Habilitation Director, the Behavioral Specialist will evaluate the intellectual, social and emotional functioning abilities of each individual in the Center's program(s).

The Day Habilitation Program aims to establish the groundwork for participants to achieve their highest potential as they transition into adulthood.

Through a variety of social and vocational activities in collaboration with local organizations and our home agency, we aim to instill a sense of work ethic and responsibility; social and civil work amongst our community; and self-care of the mind and body.

ABOUT YOU You have experience developing individual’s perceptual skills, sensorimotor skills, communication and social skills, self-direction, emotional stability, use of time, cognitive restructuring, and emotional strengths and stability.

You will achieve these goals through provision of direct services to each individual or through consultation with other staff members of the Agency’s programs / residences.

WHAT YOU’LL DO Develop behavior intervention plans for adult participants Assess problem behavior for individuals on assigned caseload Ensure that behavior intervention plans and related teaching procedures are aligned with best practice and empirically supported treatments Engage in consultations with community providers of mental health care and psychological services and with families of individuals to ensure continuity of care.

Develop goals and objectives to prevent, maintain, or improve the mental and / or emotional health and well-being of everyone, and implement, or supervise the implementation of, strategies to achieve such goals.

Provide training to the primary caregiver(s) and / or direct support professionals who provide services to the individual, on how to use the behavioral supports, interventions and strategies that are specific in the Behavior Support Plan (BSP).

Participate in the continuing assessment of individuals for the purpose of planning, implementation, and monitoring individuals program plans and community inclusion opportunities.

Update the BSP after monitoring to remove supports, strategies and interventions that are not effective, to introduce less restrictive interventions, and / or to include new supports, strategies, and interventions.

Transition planning with the individual, family, collaterals, and other agencies to refer to the individual to appropriate services, to maintain continuity or care through longer-term implementation of behavior strategies specified in the BSP, and progress related to the plan.

Train staff in the use of behavior management techniques or other means dealing with problematic behaviors exhibited by individuals.

Agree to work cooperatively with others, comply with all Agency policies and procedures, maintain a professional demeanor at all times to ensure a comfortable environment for individuals and co-workers.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor OUR REQUIREMENTS Master’s Degree in an applied field of psychology (related fields may be considered).

BCBA preferred but not required. 5+ years of experience developing and overseeing behavior intervention plans for individuals with disabilities and significant problem behavior.

Knowledge of ABA with documented training in assessment techniques and behavior intervention planning.

SALARY Part time position - 15-20 hours / week, in a Day Habilitation setting Pay :

• $33.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours : 15 – 20 per week BENEFITS The JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program.

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