Autism - Behavioral Health Specialist

Keystone Human Services•Lancaster, PA

2d•$60,000

About The Position

Keystone Autism Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to join our team in making a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we support. Responsibilities Include: Supervisory role that oversees the supports of adults with Autism in the community (home, school, work) Clinical role that develops and assesses Individual Support Plans (ISP) and provides behavioral support and skill building services for adults living with Autism Provides face-to-face, remote and administrative support based upon the needs of the individuals Conducts in-home assessments and administers psychological tools to assess each individual’s specific needs Promotes the use and application of Person-Centered Planning to develop skills within each person supported Monitors and evaluates data towards goal progress Benefits: Full time position Salary starts at $60,000 per year., may increase based on relevant work experience Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K and more Generous paid time off program Tuition reimbursement available per eligibility requirements Career development and advancement opportunities Educational Requirements: (One of the following): Master’s degree in social work, education, psychology, or applied behavior analysis (ABA) Master’s degree in counseling (i.e. mental health, marriage and family, etc.) with at least 33% ABA course work Master’s degree in unrelated field and PA Behavior Specialist License Minimum Requirements: Experience conducting behavioral assessments and developing behavioral support plans Experience working with individuals living with autism Valid driver’s license and daily access to a properly maintained and insured vehicle Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Who we are: Keystone Human Services works to create an environment where all people, regardless of ability, can grow, make choices and be valued and contributing members of the community. What we do: Keystone Human Services provides community-based services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in the areas of intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental health. In addition, we provide technical assistance to governments and other organizations to develop frameworks of support for people with disabilities. We also support educational efforts to promote community understanding and awareness of the value and importance of inclusion for all people in all aspects of society. We offer services and supports in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and New Jersey in the United States, as well as parts of Eastern Europe and India. Keystone Human Services works to make our website accessible. However, if you are unable to access the online application, please call 717-775-1356. If you are a current Keystone Human Services employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Keystone Human Services works to make our website accessible. However, if you are unable to access the online application, please call 717-775-1356.

Requirements

Experience conducting behavioral assessments and developing behavioral support plans
Experience working with individuals living with autism
Valid driver’s license and daily access to a properly maintained and insured vehicle
Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks
Master’s degree in social work, education, psychology, or applied behavior analysis (ABA)
Master’s degree in counseling (i.e. mental health, marriage and family, etc.) with at least 33% ABA course work
Master’s degree in unrelated field and PA Behavior Specialist License

Responsibilities

Supervisory role that oversees the supports of adults with Autism in the community (home, school, work)
Clinical role that develops and assesses Individual Support Plans (ISP) and provides behavioral support and skill building services for adults living with Autism
Provides face-to-face, remote and administrative support based upon the needs of the individuals
Conducts in-home assessments and administers psychological tools to assess each individual’s specific needs
Promotes the use and application of Person-Centered Planning to develop skills within each person supported
Monitors and evaluates data towards goal progress