Behavior Specialist

Heritage•Charleston, SC

About The Position

HealthPro Pediatrics, a division of HealthPro Heritage, is hiring a full-time Behavior Specialist in Charleston, South Carolina. The role supports students’ educational and behavioral needs in a school-based setting, collaborating with school staff and families and providing services as prescribed in students’ IEPs. The position offers an hourly rate of $51 and a collaborative pediatric team environment with mentorship and opportunities for professional growth across ABA, outpatient pediatrics, early intervention, and school-based therapy services. The position is W-2. Weekends, holidays, school breaks, and summer break are off. Full-time employees receive year-round benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), PTO, and free continuing education units. HealthPro Heritage states that it provides equal employment opportunities and complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Requirements

Hold a current Special Education teaching license or BCBA certification to practice in South Carolina.
Experience with Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan development and implementation.
Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families.

Nice To Haves

Behavior-related certifications.

Responsibilities

Consult and collaborate with school staff and families regarding students’ educational deficits.
Conduct initial screenings and comprehensive evaluations.
Participate in the IEP process by developing present levels of performance, goals and objectives, and treatment recommendations for students qualifying for Special Education services.
Provide Special Education sessions using current best practices and the services prescribed in each student’s IEP.
Maintain district-required documentation, including notes, monthly summaries, and annual IEPs.
Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.