Arc/Morris is a well-established organization operating in Morris County, NJ. We are looking for a Behavior Specialist who is responsible for program intakes and development of behavior plans and supporting staff to provide appropriate behavior support to individuals with I/DD. The Behavior Specialist will oversee the behavioral needs of individuals with intellectual, developmental and related disabilities in a residential and day program setting.
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $40-45K/yr
Work Location: Multiple locations within Morris County, NJ
Responsibilities
- Oversees the behavior needs of individuals approaches in one or more designated programs, such as, Residential Services and Day Programs
- Identifies target behavior, creates client centered behavior support plans, ensures proper implementation of behavior support plans & designs data collection
- Researches interventions while ensuring best practice techniques
- Conducts assessments, including functional and reinforcer assessments
- Completes accurate and timely documentation of services
- Works collaboratively to ensure effective service delivery
- Attends and facilitates team meetings and trainings
- Works with staff on screening potential program participants and assists staff in making appropriate program placements based on behavioral and other needs of the person.
- Participates in weekly supervision requirements
- Travel required to multiple locations as required
Requirements
- At least one year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities & supervised exp. involving behavior assessment & development of BSP's, AND
- Masters or Bachelor's degree in applied behavioral analysis, psychology, special education, social work, public health counseling, or similar degree
- Experience with writing behavior support plans for adults is preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively
- A valid driver's license in good standing
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
COVID-19 Considerations
Masking is required for those who: are not fully vaccinated, are not boosted when eligible, have been granted an exemption, choose not to disclose their vaccination status. Regardless of status, daily screening is required before each work day which includes answering questions and a temperature check. Social distancing is encouraged when appropriate. Masking may also be required for all (regardless of status) depending on county COVID levels and CDC guidance.
