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Coordinator of Behavior Services

The-Arc-Erie-County-New-Yor, Buffalo, NY, United States


Posted Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The Arc Erie County NY

is a leading nonprofit supporting people with developmental & intellectual disabilities across Western New York, through innovative residential, educational, clinical and employment services.

Proudly celebrating our 75th anniversary , we remain committed to empowering individuals and building inclusive communities.

Now Available: Coordinator of Behavior Services
Williamsville, NY (and surrounding areas)

Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

$60,000 - $75,000 annually (based on experience), Exempt

Lead Behavioral Excellence Across Our Agency
We’re looking for a confident clinical leader to oversee and strengthen behavior services across our Residential, Education, Day Habilitation, Clinical, and Community programs. This role ensures high-quality, compliant, and person-centered behavior support services while supervising Behavior Technicians and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

If you’re passionate about proactive strategies, staff development, and improving outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities, this is a highly visible leadership opportunity.

The Role at a Glance
In this role, you will:

Conduct assessments and Functional Behavioral Assessments

Develop and monitor behavior support plans

Provide staff training and consultation

Support interdisciplinary treatment teams

Oversee behavior services compliance and documentation

Assist with psychotropic medication review process

Serve as a clinical resource across programs

This position plays a key role in shaping behavioral supports agency-wide and ensuring services align with OPWDD and SED standards.

What Makes You a Strong Candidate
Education and Credentials

Masters in Psychology, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, or related clinical field

BCBA, NYS Mental Health Counseling license, or OPWDD-qualified Level 1/2 BIS.

Required continuing education and credential maintenance

Experience

Minimum 3 years supporting individuals with developmental disabilities

Experience developing and implementing behavior support plans

Staff supervision and training experience

Knowledge of OPWDD, DOH, CMS and SED regulations

Other Requirements

Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation

Strong leadership, communication, and clinical judgement

Why Join The Arc Erie County NY?

Agency-wide clinical impact

Collaborative leadership environment

Mission-driven work supporting individuals with developmental disabilities

Opportunity to shape and grow behavioral services

Excellent employee benefits including affordable insurance, retirement plan, on-demand pay and fantastic work-life balance!

The Arc Erie County NY

is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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