Behavior Specialist

Arc Broward • Deerfield Beach, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Arc Broward is seeking a Behavior Specialist to support the team in implementing behavior plans at the Bright Horizons Center in Deerfield Beach, Florida. The role involves modeling and coaching positive behavioral strategies and interactions, as well as prevention, de-escalation, and intervention strategies. The Behavior Specialist assists with assessments and behavior-plan development, trains and coaches direct support professionals, leads classroom teams in behavior-management procedures, and monitors student progress through data analysis.

The position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in summer and on six non-school days during the year. Salary is $45,000, or $47,000 with RBT certification. Full-time benefits are offered.

Requirements

• Associate degree in psychology or a related field and at least 2 years of experience, including implementation of ABA plans and crisis intervention with individuals with developmental disabilities; or a high school diploma and at least 4 years of experience.
• RBT certification is required within 1 year of employment.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Behavioral Team Leader with conducting assessments and developing behavior plans to help children develop skills and adaptive behaviors.
• Train and coach direct support professionals to implement behavior plans and document data.
• Lead classroom teams in procedures to prevent and de-escalate crisis behaviors and implement positive classroom-management strategies.
• Monitor each student's progress through data analysis and ensure procedural modifications are made when warranted.
• Lead classroom teams in engaging students in activities and lessons using positive prompting and reinforcement.
• Model and reinforce effective classroom management, prevention, de-escalation, crisis management, and transition strategies.

Benefits

• Unlimited employee referral bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program resources for staff and immediate family members, including support for work-life balance, stress management, and other life challenges.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Supplemental Aflac insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• 26 paid days off annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree