The Manager of Behavior Supports will take a lead role in the development, implementation, data-collection, and training of behavior plans for people with varying abilities served within Kelberman’s certified Residential program.

Requirements

Essential Skills and Abilities

Functional knowledge of basic computer applications (i.e. spreadsheets, word-processing, e-mail)

Ability to:

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Willingness to obtain SCIP-R certification provided by the agency
Understand and implement behavior plans
Provide instruction and demonstration to staff
Effectively manage various degrees of physical and verbal behaviors
Accurately and objectively interpret conditions, behaviors and events
Provide practical and creative solutions to behavior issues
Provide constructive feedback to staff and recommendations to Residential program managers, Assistant Directors, and Director
Travel to community and other sites to assist in behavior management
Full-time position with flexible work hours required by program

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Required Formal Education, Training & Background Experience

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services or related field and is working toward a Master’s degree in an applied area of psychology, social work, or special education

1 to 2-years working with people with special needs (i.e. developmental disabilities, TBI, or mental health concerns.)

Note: Less experience may be acceptable if Bachelor’s degree is in psychology with an emphasis on behavior management techniques.

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Preferred Formal Education, Training & Background Experience

Master Degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology and documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development; or

National board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA) and/or licensure in NY State as a Behavior Analyst (LBA) and a Master’s degree in behavior analysis or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology; or

A license in mental health counseling and 5 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Salary Description

$55,000 - $60,320

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