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Community Mainstreaming Associates, Inc.

Who We Are: At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org. Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) to join our team in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will play a key part in enhancing the quality of life for the people we serve by developing and implementing positive, person-centered behavioral strategies. Under the guidance of a clinical psychologist, the BIS monitors individualized behavioral support plans aimed at increasing functional skills and reducing challenging behaviors. Your work will focus on empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and actively participate in their communities. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. Why You&rsquo;ll Love Working with Us: A supportive, inclusive team culture where your contributions make a real difference. The chance to work for an organization that transforms lives and empowers individuals with developmental disabilities. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Minimum Qualifications: Master&rsquo;s degree in Psychology, School Psychology, Applied Psychology, or a related clinical field. At least 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Strong background in behavioral assessment and support plan development. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Willingness to travel between program sites as needed. Generous Benefits: Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Dental Benefits: Employer-paid. Vision Plan Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance Identity Theft &amp; Fraud Protection Legal Services 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%. Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid, coverage of 1x annual salary. Tuition Assistance Section 125 Flexible Spending Program Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits Paid Time Off: Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours. Up to 48 hours of personal time per calendar year. 9 paid holidays. As a non-profit organization, we offer employees the opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community while benefiting from this valuable financial relief. Pay: $65,000-$67,000 What You Will Do: Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and collaborate on additional evaluations with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Develop and implement individualized behavior support plans under the guidance of a clinical psychologist, focusing on skill-building in emotional regulation, time management, socialization, and conflict resolution. Set measurable behavioral goals, track progress through data systems, and provide monthly and quarterly reports based on data analysis. Deliver hands-on training and ongoing coaching to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to ensure consistent implementation of behavior plans. Lead in-service training on topics such as therapeutic environments, de-escalation techniques, and proactive behavioral strategies. Coordinate care with psychologists, day programs, families, and other support networks to ensure cohesive and person-centered behavioral support. Monitor psychiatric medications and provide data-driven reports to psychiatrists; attend or prepare for psychiatric consultations as needed. Respond to behavioral crises and train staff in emergency interventions; participate in on-call crisis support. Present behavior plans and medication requests to the Human Rights Committee for review and approval. Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, including annual, semi-annual, and weekly sessions. Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of all behavioral support services, both on-site and electronically. Offer therapeutic support to residents and day program participants as needed. Work Location: Nassau County Area Work Hours/Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

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BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST