Behavior Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree in Psychology or a related field plus at least 2 years of experience, including implementation of ABA plans and crisis intervention with individuals with developmental disabilities; alternatively, a high school diploma plus at least 4 years of experience.
• RBT certification required within 1 year of employment.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Behavioral Team Leader in conducting assessments and developing behavior plans to help children develop skills and adaptive behaviors.
• Train and coach direct support professionals to implement behavior plans and document data.
• Lead classroom teams in procedures to prevent and de-escalate crisis behaviors and implement positive classroom management strategies.
• Monitor each student's progress through data analysis and ensure procedural modifications are made when warranted.
• Lead classroom teams in engaging all students in activities and lessons using positive prompting and reinforcement.
• Model and reinforce effective classroom management, prevention, de-escalation, crisis management, and transition strategies.

Benefits

• Employee referral bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program resources for employees and immediate family members
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Supplemental Aflac insurance plans
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• 26 paid days off annually