Clinical Behavior Specialist

Howard Center•Burlington, VT

12h

About The Position

The Clinical Behavior Specialist at The Baird School, a program of Howard Center, supports students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success. The role includes conducting assessments, developing data-driven behavioral treatment plans, and supporting the placement of students with emotional disabilities. The specialist provides crisis intervention and ongoing SEL- and ABA-based behavioral supports, analyzes behavioral data, and trains and supervises Behavior Interventionists. The position works closely with educational teams, mental health providers, families, and direct-care staff. The role includes access to free, on-site supervision hours for four credential tracks: BCBA, LICSW, LCMHC, and Licensed Psychologist. It is a full-time, exempt position with a starting salary of $72,783.08; salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Social Work, or a related mental health field.
Proficiency in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and behavioral interventions using ABA principles.
Demonstrated skills in assessment, diagnosis, and crisis intervention.
Previous experience with supervision, consultation, and staff training.
Understanding of educational systems, processes, and team collaboration.
Valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Free, on-site supervision hours are available across the BCBA, LICSW, LCMHC, and Licensed Psychologist credential tracks.

Responsibilities

Conduct behavioral assessments and develop comprehensive, data-driven behavioral treatment plans.
Supervise Behavior Interventionists and train staff working directly with students.
Partner with educational teams, mental health providers, and families.
Provide crisis intervention and ongoing SEL- and ABA-based behavioral supports.
Analyze behavioral data and support the placement of students with emotional disabilities.

Benefits

36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees, increasing with years of service.
Comprehensive health insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families; the Point of Service Plan has no deductible.
Two dental plan options.
Vision insurance.
Employer 401(k) contributions.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term insurance.
Medical and childcare flexible spending accounts.
Childcare stipend.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee referral program with financial payment.
Discounted online undergraduate and graduate courses through Champlain College truED.
Workplace wellness program, including physical fitness groups, financial wellness incentives, and wellness education and advocacy.
Voluntary discounts from local and international businesses, including gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski and snowboard passes, and auto and home insurance.