Behavior Specialist

Job Description
Title - Behavior Specialist

Location - Multiple Locations

Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can't be done alone. Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations. We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and insightful Behavior Specialist with a strong foundation in School Psychology to join our team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between psychological assessment and practical behavioral intervention. You will collaborate with educators, administrators, and families to design, implement, and monitor evidence-based behavioral support plans that foster social-emotional growth and academic success for students with diverse needs.

1.0 Basic Function

To provide consultation to the classroom teams both in terms of total classroom management and in individual student needs. To research and develop alternative behavior programming for the classrooms. To provide consultation to psychologists and social workers to support the classroom team.

2.0 Responsibilities

2.1 To assist and support the development of functional behavioral assessments behavior intervention plans for students with challenging behaviors.

2.3 To act as a coordinator for a team approach to the difficult behaviors.

2.4 To provide written documentation for the classroom team to present to parent and CSE Chairpersons.

2.5 To lead team meetings in the development of behavior plans for the more difficult Behaviors.

2.6 To guide the team in the implementation and monitoring of developed behavior plans.

2.7 To represent the team at meetings with the CSE and parents when delivering a new plan of adjustments to an existing plan.

2.8 To act as coordinator and trainer for Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and Crisis Prevention Intervention for staff.

2.9 To further develop partnerships with outside agencies that can provide services for our Students.

2.10 To conduct workshops for Questar staff in the areas of behavioral management, specific disabilities, and other topics as needed.

Certified candidates must hold NYS certification as a School Psychologist or related field.

Non-certified candidates must have a bachelor's degree or higher in Education, Counseling,

Behavioral Sciences or related field and experience working with children as a behaviorist.

Preferred applicants will be licensed as a Mental Health Counselor, hold board certification

as a Behavior Analyst, and have experience with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training.

Background in Applied Behavioral Analysis also preferred

Why Join Us?

Impact: Make a tangible difference in the lives of students by addressing the root causes of behavior.

Collaboration: Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team that values psychological expertise.

Growth: Opportunities for professional development in both behavioral analysis and school psychology.