Behavior Consultant / BCBA - Suffolk County
Family of Kidz · Islip, NY · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$40–$75/hrFull-time
What We Have to Offer YOU
- Fully comprehensive benefits package including:
- - Generous Paid Time Off (between 25-28 days)
- - 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25-1/1
- - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- - 401(k)
- - Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- - Life Insurance
- - Employee Assistance Program
- - Referral Program
- - Professional Development Assistance
- - Pet Insurance
- - Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- - Team Building Events
- - Incentive Program
Responsibilities
- Partner with school administrators, teachers, teaching assistants, aides, related service providers, and families to develop individualized, evidence-based behavioral supports.
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify the function of behavior and develop effective intervention strategies.
- Design, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with student needs and educational goals.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to evaluate student progress and make data-driven recommendations for intervention adjustments.
- Develop practical, classroom-based behavioral supports that promote student independence, engagement, and successful participation in school routines.
- Provide ongoing coaching, modeling, and performance feedback to classroom staff to ensure consistent implementation of behavioral strategies and interventions.
- Collaborate with school teams to support implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and ensure behavioral programming aligns with educational objectives.
- Participate in Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings to present student progress, behavioral recommendations, and ongoing support needs.
- Maintain consistent communication with Clinical Supervisors, Clinical Managers, Assistant Directors, and Directors regarding student progress, consultation needs, and service delivery.
- Develop and facilitate professional development workshops and staff trainings on behavior management, data collection, de-escalation, classroom strategies, and related behavioral topics as requested.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation, including progress reports, consultation notes, behavioral assessments, and data summaries.
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and protected information in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and company policies.
- Participate in ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and monthly collaborative meetings to continuously strengthen clinical knowledge and practice.
- Maintain professionalism, ethical standards, and a solution-focused approach in all interactions with students, families, district personnel, and colleagues.
- Travel between assigned school districts to provide on-site consultation and support.
About You
- Passionate about working with children and their families
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals and behavior analysts
- Self-starter and independent problem solver
- Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
- Able to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
- Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
- Must be a team-player
Background
- NYS Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance
- Master’s degree in one of the following: Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, Educational/Health/Human Services
- BCBA Certification (preferred)
- Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families
- Bilingual is a plus