Behavior Consultant / BCBA

Family of Kidz•Plainedge, NY

9d•$58,500 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz is seeking a Behavior Consultant to provide individualized behavioral consultation and support to children in school settings. The role partners with school personnel, families, and multidisciplinary teams to assess behavior, develop evidence-based interventions, and help students participate successfully in classroom routines and educational programs. The position includes on-site consultation at assigned school districts and travel between districts. The opportunity may be full-time or part-time fee-for-service, depending on the current caseload; the arrangement will be discussed during the interview and may change. Compensation is listed as $68–$75 per hour for fee-for-service or $58,500–$75,000 annually. Rates depend on the service provided, professional experience, and licenses or certifications held. Family of Kidz has supported children with special needs from birth to adulthood since 1998. Its focus is understanding each child’s needs and teaching skills that promote greater independence and quality of life. The company provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

NYS Driver’s License and proof of insurance.
Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, or Educational, Health, or Human Services.
NYS BCBA, NYS BCABA certification, and/or LBA required.
At least one year of experience working in a setting focused on supporting children and their families.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with a range of professionals and behavior analysts.
Self-starter with independent problem-solving ability.
Strong time-management and organizational skills and attention to detail.
High integrity, empathy, and consideration.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt as needed.
Ability to work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Partner with school administrators, teachers, teaching assistants, aides, related service providers, and families to develop individualized, evidence-based behavioral supports.
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify the function of behavior and develop intervention strategies.
Design, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with student needs and educational goals.
Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to evaluate student progress and make data-driven recommendations for intervention adjustments.
Develop classroom-based behavioral supports that promote student independence, engagement, and participation in school routines.
Coach, model strategies for, and provide performance feedback to classroom staff to support consistent implementation of behavioral interventions.
Collaborate with school teams on implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and align behavioral programming with educational objectives.
Participate in Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings to present student progress, behavioral recommendations, and support needs.
Communicate with Clinical Supervisors, Clinical Managers, Assistant Directors, and Directors about student progress, consultation needs, and service delivery.
Develop and facilitate professional development workshops and staff trainings on behavior management, data collection, de-escalation, classroom strategies, and related topics as requested.
Complete timely and accurate progress reports, consultation notes, behavioral assessments, and data summaries.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and protected information in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and company policies.
Participate in professional development, clinical supervision, and monthly collaborative meetings.
Maintain professionalism, ethical standards, and a solution-focused approach in interactions with students, families, district personnel, and colleagues.
Travel between assigned school districts to provide on-site consultation and support.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive 25–28 days of paid time off.
Full-time employees receive 12 holidays, including winter break from December 25 through January 1.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k).
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral Program.
Professional Development Assistance.
Pet insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
Team-building events.
Incentive Program.
Part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week are offered medical, dental, vision, FSA, and pet insurance.
Opportunities to earn BACB CEUs.