Job Abstract

For over 60 years, Abilities First has been a trusted provider of education, vocation, residential and support programs in the Hudson Valley serving over 1400 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Committed to inclusion, Abilities First seeks to break down the barriers between people with and without disabilities, envisioning a world where all people are recognized and valued for their Abilities First.

Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are seeking a full time Behavior Intervention Specialist. The BIS is responsible for providing behavior analysis and behavior programming services to participants. Serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team providing care and treatment to populations served, specifically adults with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate for this position must have working knowledge of 633.16 Behavioral Regulations.

Salary Range: $28.21- 30.21 per hour

Responsibilities to include:

• Participate in program decision making as part of the leadership team, and provides staff guidance and support.
• Conducts required psychological assessments for service recipients.
• Completes Functional Behavioral Assessments, develops behavior plans, and medication monitoring plans as needed.
• Coordinates collection, summarization, and analysis of data related to behavior programs.
• Completes all required documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards as required.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and training to applicable agency staff (clinical, direct support, management, and others as needed).
• Demonstrates knowledge of principles of learning and training methods based upon positive reinforcement.
• Coordinates outreach linkage with other clinical community services.
• Develop therapeutic relationship with participants.
• Attends and coordinates meetings as needed and/or requested, and participates in clinical review committees.
• Provide direct clinical support to interns through approved agency partnerships with educational facilities.

This is a full time position offering the following benefits:

• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Demand Payment
• And More!

• A Master's degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical interventions, and documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development; or
• a national board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA) and a Master's degree in:(i) behavior analysis; or
• New York State license in mental health counseling; and
• at least five years of experience: (1) working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior support plans; and/or
  (2) providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavior support plans.
• Certification or ability to become certified in SCIP-R
• Strong behavioral analysis skills
• Effective communication and demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills and proficient with computer applications including Microsoft Office
• Valid NYS driver's license free of moving violations deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier