Behavior Support Manager

Community Options New York•Syracuse, NY

9d•$75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now seeking a Behavior Support Manager in Syracuse, NY. The Behavior Support Manager uses best practices and technologies within a community setting to assist individuals with acquiring, retaining, improving and generalizing the behavioral, self-help, socialization, relational, and communication skills needed to enhance relationships, and increase independence and functioning. This role will have oversight of the Syracuse and Binghamton, NY regions. Starting pay is $75,000/ per year.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Master’s degree in behavioral analysis, psychology, or related field
Minimum one year experience in the development and implementation of behavioral support plans
BCBA or BCaBA certification strongly preferred
First aid, CPR, OSHA, and medication certification course within first 90 days of employment, and any required residential or state training
Valid driver’s license with good driving record
Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Supports
Ability to conduct functional behavioral assessments
Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data
Knowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operations
Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
Flexibility to deal with people at a variety of levels, both internally and externally
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Nice To Haves

BCBA or BCaBA certification

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee duties of behavioral support staff
Perform one on one observation and interaction with individuals
Complete functional behavioral assessments for identified individuals
Create prevention plans and support plans as needed
Train staff on implementation of plans
Prepare progress reports for consumer's immediate support group, including their family and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals
Serve as an active member of each person’s Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation