Behavior Specialist

About the role

River Oaks Homecare is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and clinically skilled Behavior Specialist to provide individualized behavioral support to adults with physical disabilities and/or Other Related Conditions (ORCs). This role focuses on providing person-centered behavioral supports directly within clients' homes and community-based settings across Pennsylvania to promote independence, dignity, safety, and a high quality of life.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation based on experience and credentials
• Flexible online scheduling centered around client and service needs
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and free telemedicine access
• Same-day pay options via Tapcheck
• Generous annual profit-sharing opportunities

Why Join Us?

• Impact & Flexibility: Make a meaningful difference in familiar environments with a schedule built around client needs
• Competitive Compensation: Packages tailored to your qualifications and clinical experience
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team committed to trauma-informed, compassionate care

Key Responsibilities

• Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA): Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine the function, triggers, antecedents, and environmental variables contributing to challenging behaviors
• Behavior Support Plans: Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs) containing specific, measurable goals and proactive teaching strategies
• Clinical Collaboration: Partner closely with Service Coordinators, caregivers, families, direct support professionals, and home health staff to align interventions with the client's Individualized Support Plan (ISP)
• Education & Training: Provide coaching and training to the interdisciplinary support team to ensure behavioral strategies are implemented consistently and effectively
• Crisis & Safety Support: Establish individualized crisis prevention and response protocols, utilizing the least restrictive interventions to maintain a safe environment
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate progress notes and clinical tracking in full compliance with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL), and Chapter 6100 regulations

Qualifications

• Credential Requirement: Current Pennsylvania Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) credential
• Education: Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Education, Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a closely related field
• Experience: Demonstrated experience conducting behavioral assessments and developing support plans for adults with developmental or physical disabilities
• Travel: Must possess reliable transportation and a willingness to travel to clients' homes and community settings
• Core Values: A strong commitment to providing respectful, person-centered, trauma-informed, and compassionate care