What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director - Residence Behavioral Services position at Peterson Technology Partners?
Job Description
Job Description:
Our client is looking for a Program Director of Residence Behavioral Services, this person will be responsible for coordinating, developing and managing behavioral services in residential programs and supervising behavior support staff. Responsible for all behavioral assessments, behavior program development and program implementation to people with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Benefits: Medical, PTO, 401(k), and more.
About The Company
Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.
For more than 27 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.
Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:
Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities
As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.
AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca)
To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.
These AI hiring tools help us:
The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.
If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.
Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):
When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:
Human Review & Selection:
Every candidate's profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.
AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.
Your Rights as a Candidate:
At PTP, every candidate has the right to:
Request a non-AI interview path
Ask how your data is being used
Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
Receive clear, timely communication
Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.
Our Commitment:
For more than 27 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.
We're committed to a hiring process that is:
We're excited to learn more about you.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Job Description:
Our client is looking for a Program Director of Residence Behavioral Services, this person will be responsible for coordinating, developing and managing behavioral services in residential programs and supervising behavior support staff. Responsible for all behavioral assessments, behavior program development and program implementation to people with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- To supervise Behavior Specialists, Contractors, BCaBAs and BCBAs in CRs Intermediated Care Facilities (ICF) and Medicaid waiver programs and other supported living situations.
- To ensure all clinical documentation, including but not limited to behavior support plans, quarterly reports and consents are completed on time, provided to the necessary agencies and that all records are maintained in Credible.
- To regularly audit and monitor documentation of behavioral services to ensure Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and licensing compliance.
- To serve as point of contact for and monitor all obligations described in the ICF regulations.
- To monitor monthly billing and/or documentation for the programs, including tracking monthly metrics to ensure budgetary requirements are met.
- To complete a series of functional behavioral assessments and develop behavior support plans for adults with developmental disabilities.
- To complete behavioral observations and role model plan implementations to staff.
- To complete all behavioral assessments for those referred to CR ,in conjunction with the admissions team,
- Analyze behavior data to prepare quarterly reports and attend IDT meetings.
- To develop, maintain and coordinate any external behavioral services with the behavior management and local human rights committees, families, day programs or other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- To attend local human rights and behavior management committees to present quarterly reports and to maintain all necessary LHRC affiliations.
- To ensure all residential behavior support plans encompass needs at relevant day programs or other service providers.
- To maintain certification as a Therapeutic Options of Virginia (TOVA) instructor and provide at least one training per month to CR staff.
- To provide training to Behavioral Competencies to CR staff at least bi-monthly.
- To provide clinical supervision for those staff approved for supervisions towards their BCaBA or BCBA certification.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Master’s degree in related human services field.
- Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed as a Behavior Analyst in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Must be an approved supervisor by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- Five (5) years of experience in developmental disabilities, behavior management and/or therapeutic consultation with documented progressive clinical and administrative responsibilities.
- Knowledge of functional assessments and experience in developing behavior plans required.
- Must drive and have reliable transportation.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Must have no physical limitations.
- Residential programs, day programs and community settings for people with developmental disabilities, mental illness or other disabilities.
- Must use universal precautions.
- Under the direct supervision of the Director of Behavioral Services.
- Provides direct supervision to the Behavior Specialists, Contractors, BCaBAs and BCBAs.
Benefits: Medical, PTO, 401(k), and more.
About The Company
Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.
For more than 27 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.
Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:
Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities
As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.
AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca)
To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.
These AI hiring tools help us:
- Transcribe interviews
- Summarize candidate responses
- Generate job-related insights
- Streamline communication and scheduling
The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.
If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.
Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):
When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:
- A technical interview
- A coding challenge
- A case study
- A client-specific assessment
Human Review & Selection:
Every candidate's profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.
AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.
Your Rights as a Candidate:
At PTP, every candidate has the right to:
Request a non-AI interview path
Ask how your data is being used
Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
Receive clear, timely communication
Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.
Our Commitment:
For more than 27 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.
We're committed to a hiring process that is:
- Transparent
- Compliant
- Equitable
- Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment
We're excited to learn more about you.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Salary : $130,000