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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany

Behavior Intervention Specialist

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany, Latham, New York, United States

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Behavior Intervention Specialist

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Catholic Charities Disabilities Services . Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community.

Base Pay Range $25.65/hr – $25.65/hr

About the Role As the

Behavior Intervention Specialist , you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

Providing behavioral services which include assessment, evaluation, consultation, intervention, development of behavioral management plans, service plans and goals, and treatment services, as required by regulation and/or the needs of the individual being served.

Providing education and training in areas pertinent to behavioral, psychological, and associated services.

Developing and implementing a treatment plan based on the findings of the evaluations and recommendations of the care manager, advocate, and the individual served (i.e., design of an appropriate behavioral plan).

Schedule Full-time (flexibility with hours required)

Qualifications

Master’s degree in behavior analysis or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology that is approved by OPWDD or a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical intervention, or a related human services field.

National board certification in behavioral analysis (BCBA) or NYS License in Mental Health Counseling and have or will obtain OPWDD-approved specialized training or experience in functional assessment techniques and behavior support plan development.

Minimum 1 year of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior support plans; and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavior support plans.

Valid NYS Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Benefits We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

For benefit-eligible positions:

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Retirement planning options

Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Employee Assistance Program

Ongoing training and development

Recognition and Awards

A collaborative team culture

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Civic and Social Organizations

Equal Opportunity Statement Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

Application Instructions Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.

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