Behavior Specialist

Are you looking to boost your career in the field of Developmental Disabilities? Are you looking to join an agency that values the tremendous talent and impact that you have working with children who have special needs and their families? It’s time to join the team of professionals who love what they do, support each other, and make a difference in the lives of so many amazing people!

As a Behavior Specialist, you play an essential role in helping amazing children and young adults live their best lives! You will be responsible for assisting the Behavioral Team Leader and BCBA to conduct Functional Assessments and develop Behavior Plans using approved Applied Behavior Analysis techniques and strategies and provide oversight of the implementation of the plans.

What makes Arc Broward great?

• Arc Broward is a leader in the field of Developmental Disabilities and provides excellent professional growth and training
• Arc Broward is forward-thinking and innovate
• Arc Broward values our team members and helps them shine
• Arc Broward puts the CARE in CAREER!

But wait! There’s more! We offer paid training and you’ll earn more than five (5) weeks of paid time off every year!

We have fantastic benefits such as:

• Unlimited, generous Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program resources for all staff (and immediate family members) for work-life balance, stress management, and other life challenges
• Traditional benefits, like Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; Life insurance, Short / Long term disability plans, and supplemental Aflac insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions

 What does a Behavioral Specialist Do?

• Assists the Behavioral Team Leader in conducting assessment and developing behavior plans that help the children develop skills and adaptive behaviors
• Trains and coaches direct support professionals to implement the behavior plans and document data
• Leads the classrooms teams in procedures to prevent and de-escalate crisis behaviors and implement positive classroom management strategies
• Monitors the progress of each individual through analysis of data and ensures procedural modifications are made as warranted
• Leads the classrooms teams in engagement of all activities and lessons using positive prompting and reinforcement
• Models and reinforces effective classroom management, prevention, de-escalation, crisis management, and transition strategies

Required Qualification/Skills:

• High School Diploma/GED
• RBT Certification required
• 3 or more years of experience including implementation of ABA plans with individuals with developmental disabilities. 
• Valid FL drivers license

Salary:

• $45,000 annually

Keywords: Special needs, developmental disabilities, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) 

Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities