Behavior Intervention Specialist

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

AHRC NYC is looking for a Full -Time Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) for our Staten Island residences to provide diagnostic evaluation, testing and treatment services as a member of departmental or inter-departmental interdisciplinary teams, as well as complete behavior support plans for individuals receiving support from AHRC New York City.

Salary: $52,000-$74,000 per year depending on education level and experience. In addition, this position comes with a very generous Benefit package...see Benefit information below.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs all duties necessary to ensure compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping.
• Conducts other related tasks as needed or required.
• Completes pre-admission evaluations, annual psychological status assessments, and periodic diagnostic testing, as well assists in completion of/completes behavior support plans as part of an interdisciplinary team and subsequently assists in implementation and monitoring of support plan initiatives.
• Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed.
• Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families or residential settings or other relevant stakeholders in the individual’s service provision.
• Provides crisis intervention, as well as instructs staff in appropriate techniques for handling behavior management problems.
• Interprets psychological behavioral problems and test findings to direct care staff and provides in-service training in areas such as behavior modification and physical intervention.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate, providing input particularly on individuals with identified or emerging behavior management issues.
• Accurately and timely maintains appropriate service records for individuals supported.

• Master’s degree in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, along with documented training in assessment techniques and behavioral support plan development, required.
• At least 2 years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities (including creating, implementing and monitoring behavioral support plans) and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavioral support plans necessary.

• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in overseeing administrative tasks related to regulatory mandates and program service operations.
• Proven capacity to work productively in highly collaborative settings and to coordinate needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Flexibility to operate in a rapidly-changing work environment, with ability to adapt and be sensitive to organizational culture.
• Committed and collegial team worker.

• Demonstrable passion for the agency’s mission.

Benefits

• Low Cost Quality Medical Insurance
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) company match
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Health savings account

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AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.