Behavior Specialist

Reports To: Program Officer
Classification: Exempt

We are seeking a dedicated Behavior Specialist to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the development implementation and monitoring of person-centered behavior support plans. This role serves as the organizations behavioral support expert providing training coaching and guidance to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) with a primary focus on DSP-III development.

The Behavior Specialist works closely with individuals served families interdisciplinary teams medical professionals and staff to promote positive outcomes through trauma-informed evidence-based behavioral practices.

• Develop implement and monitor individualized behavior support plans.
• Analyze behavioral data and recommend interventions and plan revisions.
• Observe and assess individuals in residential vocational educational and community settings.
• Provide consultation on positive behavior supports crisis prevention and de-escalation strategies.
• Lead DSP-III training competency assessments and ongoing staff coaching.
• Facilitate behavior-related training and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with families guardians and interdisciplinary teams to support individual goals and quality outcomes.

• Bachelors degree in Psychology Social Work Human Services Special Education Behavior Analysis or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Experience developing behavior support plans and training or coaching staff.
• Knowledge of positive behavior supports trauma-informed care and person-centered practices.
• Strong communication facilitation data analysis and organizational skills.
• QBS Safety-Care Trainer certification (or ability to obtain within one year).
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel between locations.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving lives through compassionate evidence-based support while helping staff build the skills needed to deliver exceptional care.

Apply today to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.