Behavior Specialist

Start Your Clinical Career with Purpose

At Sample Supports we believe meaningful careers start with real-world experience professional growth and a supportive team. As a Behavior Specialist youll join a team thats changing lives by providing hands-on behavioral support to individuals with developmental disabilities in community-based settings.

This is an ideal role for someone newer to the field and ready to gain direct experience with behavior assessment clinical planning and implementation. Youll receive support and mentorship while making a measurable difference every day.

To be considered for this role you must complete the Culture Index Survey(link here). This is not a test - there are no right or wrong answers. It helps us build well-balanced teams and match people with roles where they can thrive.

What Youll Do:

• Provide direct behavior support to individuals across various settings
• Assist with writing and implementing behavior plans under clinical guidance
• Support clients with developmental disabilities mental health diagnoses and trauma histories
• Collaborate with teams to ensure person-centered care
• Maintain daily tracking progress notes and billing documentation
• Attend trainings meetings and team consultations
• Respond to behavioral and clinical needs using crisis intervention techniques (training provided)
• Ensure client health and safety while promoting independence and skill-building
  
  

Youll Love This Role If You:

• Want a career with purpose
• Thrive in a fast-paced people-first environment
• Are eager to grow your clinical and behavioral skill set
• Are passionate about disability services and inclusive community support
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in behavioral social health science or education required
  
• Must be 18 with valid drivers license and reliable transportation
  
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position
  
• Willing to complete and maintain certifications in CPR First Aid NVCI Medication Administration etc.

Check out a Day in the Life of a Behavior Specialist!

Health & Financial Benefits:

• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
• Postpartum Wellness Package
• Hospital Indemnity Benefit
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts
• Monthly Employer Contribution to Dependent Care Accounts
• Accident & Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life & Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Discounted Cell Phone Plans
• 401k With Up to 4% Match
  
  

Wellbeing Benefits - Only at Sample Supports:

• Employee Assistance Program with Free Mental Health Legal and Financial Resources
• Monthly Wellness Seminars
• Paid Professional Development & Certification Opportunities
• Free Clinical Supervision for Qualified Degrees
• Annual Anniversary Gifts & Celebrations
• Bonus Opportunities for All Positions
• Dream Project - See Our Dreams Here!
• 5 & 10 Year Anniversary Trips - See the Trips Here!
• Virtual Sleep Training & Night Nanny Services for Eligible Parents
• Weekly Meal Services for Eligible New Parents
• Supplemental Parental Leave Pay for Qualified Employees
  

Sample Supports offers intensive paid training in:

• Trauma Informed Care
• Positive Behavior Development
• Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities
• CPR/First Aid
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
• Ethics of Social Work and Social Services
• Right of People with Disabilities
  
  

Behavior Specialist Level I

• Education Requirement: Bachelors degree or higher in behavioral social or health sciences or education.
• Responsibilities:
  • Assess and implement behavior programming.
  • Create behavior plans and provide training.
  • Offer direct support services when needed.
  • Manage paperwork billing and regulatory compliance.
  • Use crisis management skills and physical interventions when necessary.
  • Set and maintain a positive culture within the team.
• Ideal for: Entry-level professionals with relevant experience or training.
• Pay: $26.14/ Hourly

Behavior Specialist Level II

• Education Requirement: Masters degree in a relevant field (MSW MA LPCC LCW BCBA-C).
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Group counseling and contracting through Sample Therapy Services.
  • Provide advanced clinical assessments and therapeutic interventions.
  • Advocate for clients and ensure high-quality care.
  • Serve as a mentor and leader within the team.
• Ideal for: Mid-level professionals with specialized training and a masters degree.
• Pay: $27.50/ Hourly
  
  

Behavior Specialist Level III

• Education Requirement: Must be licensed (LPC LCSW BCBA or LAC).
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Advanced therapeutic intervention for complex behavioral issues.
  • Leadership role in program development and client advocacy.
  • Higher level of independent judgment and decision-making.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in crisis management.
• Ideal for: Experienced and licensed professionals ready to take on leadership responsibilities.
• Pay $30.00 Hourly

Required Experience:

Junior IC