Behavior Intervention Specialist Supervisor
About The Position
The Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) Supervisor provides oversight and direction to BIS staff, ensuring high-quality behavioral and clinical support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or mental health needs (OMH). The position supervises the day-to-day operations of the BIS team, guides staff development, and ensures compliance with OPWDD, OMH, and agency standards. The role is based at the Main Office in Riverhead, New York, and requires travel across assigned programs as needed. The supervisor oversees behavior support planning and implementation, reviews plans involving restrictive or intrusive interventions, and ensures required reviews, documentation, consent, data collection, and compliance. The role also includes staff supervision and coaching, schedule and payroll-related approvals, program visits, training and mentorship, clinical collaboration, and participation in agency initiatives. The supervisor is expected to maintain knowledge of professional standards and best practices through continuing education.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in psychology, social work, applied behavior analysis, school psychology, or a related clinical field; or BCBA certification with a Master’s in behavior analysis or a closely related field; or a current NYS license in Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), Social Work (LMSW/LCSW), or another clinical credential recognized by OPWDD and/or OMH.
- At least three years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs, including behavior support planning and staff training.
- Obtain and maintain SCIP-R (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised) certification within three months of hire.
- Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based behavioral and mental health interventions, functional assessments, and person-centered planning.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching skills, including the ability to manage staff across multiple locations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic health records, and data collection systems.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to travel across assigned programs as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day supervision of assigned BIS staff, including regular communication, coaching, performance evaluations, and oversight of job expectations.
- Ensure staff assess, implement, and monitor behavior support plans addressing the habilitative, behavioral, and psychiatric needs of individuals across OPWDD and OMH programs.
- Direct and assist BIS staff in conducting functional behavior assessments, developing interventions, and maintaining person-centered support plans.
- Review, approve, and sign off on behavior support plans involving restrictive or intrusive interventions or limitations on a person’s rights, and ensure submission to the Behavior Plan/Human Rights Committee and compliance with OPWDD regulations.
- Ensure health care reviews and documentation are completed and informed consent is obtained before restrictive or intrusive interventions are implemented.
- Monitor restrictive interventions, including required data collection, semiannual reviews, and modification or fading of restrictions as appropriate.
- Review and approve staff schedules, timekeeping, promotions, transfers, and other employment-related adjustments in the workday.
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of payroll and attendance records, addressing concerns with staff or escalating them to leadership as needed.
- Visit programs to observe staff, provide feedback, facilitate training, and monitor implementation of behavior support plans.
- Serve as the primary resource for behavioral and psychiatric needs within the assigned region, collaborating with program staff and leadership to resolve challenges.
- Plan and facilitate agency clinical and leadership meetings, and provide ongoing training, mentorship, and guidance to BIS and direct care staff.
- Participate in agency-wide initiatives, committees, and trainings supporting behavioral and clinical program development.
- Stay informed about best practices, new interventions, and professional standards in behavior intervention, mental health, and developmental disabilities through continuing education.
- Provide supervision and mentorship to student interns or staff pursuing professional development, as authorized.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
