Behavior Specialist

Liberty Resources • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

Liberty Resources is seeking a Behavior Specialist to provide psychological services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD) who reside in Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs). The role develops Behavior Support Plans, Medication Monitoring Plans, and tracking tools in the best interest of each individual. It also provides staff training and consultation to support consistent implementation and accurate tracking of behavior events, helping individuals live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.

Requirements

• MS in Psychology or a related field.
• Experience treating individuals with co-occurring disorders and behavioral needs, and/or experience as a Behavior Specialist.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to use a personal vehicle to transport individuals.

Responsibilities

• Write and train staff on Behavior Support Plans (BSP) and Medication Monitoring Plans (MMP).
• Develop behavior-tracking tools and instruct program staff on consistent, accurate tracking of individual behavior events.
• Serve as the clinical representative on Liberty Resources’ Human Rights Committee in conjunction with the PhD Psychologist.
• Teach the SCIP-R curriculum.
• Stay current on 633 Regulations and ensure agency policies and procedures are updated to reflect regulations.
• Provide support and consultation regarding the admission and discharge of individuals.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Continuing education
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time