Behavior Specialist

PA Connecting Communities • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

PA Connecting Communities (PACC) is seeking a dependable and motivated Behavior Specialist to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism in the South Hills area. PACC’s mission is to empower people with special needs and/or accommodation needs by providing information and opportunities to improve their quality of life. Its programs promote friendships, the arts, community participation, inclusion, and competitive employment. Its vision includes vocational training, social and cultural activities, recreation and fitness opportunities, and remedial and academic classes for the disability community. PACC follows the principle of “Everyday Lives.”

The Behavior Specialist supports this mission by assessing behavioral needs, developing individualized support plans, and collaborating with families, staff, and community partners to promote positive outcomes. The position provides professional behavioral analysis services and ensures consistent implementation of Behavior Support Plans across life settings. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have at least a bachelor’s degree in Education or a Social Service field, with prior professional experience.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Have a reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance, inspection, and registration.
• Be able to assist individuals with mobility needs.
• Be literate with smartphones and computers.
• Pass a Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI check.
• Have strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Be able to maintain professional decorum at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Education with supervised clinical counseling experience.
• Appropriate Pupil Personnel credential (Basic Counseling) with Behaviorist Certification or a Certificate in Applied Behavioral Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral assessments in group and one-to-one settings, identify concerns, and refer severe cases to appropriate resources.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and team members to develop and implement individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSPs).
• Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to guide treatment planning and interventions.
• Implement or supervise staff in the consistent application of Behavior Service Plans across settings.
• Provide staff training on behavioral analysis and positive behavior support strategies.
• Respond to crisis situations and serve as Behavior Intervention Case Manager when needed.
• Liaise with community agencies and complete required state and agency reports.
• Assist participants with mobility needs, including safe transfers and physical support as required.
• Maintain timely documentation and administrative responsibilities, including daily notes, quarterly reports, weekly updates, scheduling, and required communications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time