BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST

HEARTSHARE HUMAN SERVICES OF NEW YORK•New York, NY

2h•$35 - $35

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Behavioral Specialist to join our Treatment Family Foster Care (TFFC) program at HSVS. Under the direction of the TFFC Supervisor, the Behavioral Specialist will provide comprehensive behavioral support and intervention services in alignment with program standards and treatment objectives, serving clients across our Brooklyn and Queens program sites. Please note that this role is a part-time position

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
RBT or ABA certification required.
Demonstrated experience working directly with clients and individuals with special needs, preferably within the age range of 2 to 21 years.
Strong working knowledge of behavioral theory and applied behavior analysis.
Understanding of the characteristics and behaviors associated with disorders.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to handle intense emotional situations.
Ability to apply behavioral principles.
Willingness to commute to Brooklyn and Queens as required.
Ability to work a hybrid and flexible schedule.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Preferred.

Responsibilities

Observing and assessing client’s behavior.
Develop and implement treatment plans to address behavioral issues.
Support clients throughout the treatment process.
Communicate with clients’ teachers, caregivers, and families to implement treatment plans.
Monitor and record treatment progress.
Conduct assessments to determine clients’ improvements.
Maintain client's records and treatment reports in Connections
Collaborating with other healthcare specialists and support organizations.
Performs other related duties as assigned, within the scope of the role.

Benefits

Rewarding Work in a team environment.
Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Professional Development opportunities.
Wellhub Discount
Verizon Wireless Discount.
BJs Membership discount.
Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more.