Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are now seeking a
Behavior Support Manager in
Syracuse, NY. The Behavior Support Manager uses best practices and technologies within a community setting to assist individuals with acquiring, retaining, improving and generalizing the behavioral, self-help, socialization, relational, and communication skills needed to enhance relationships, and increase independence and functioning.
This role will have oversight of the Syracuse and Binghamton, NY regions.
Starting pay is $75,000/ per year
Responsibilities
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Manage and oversee duties of behavioral support staff
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Perform one on one observation and interaction with individuals
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Complete functional behavioral assessments for identified individuals
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Create prevention plans and support plans as needed
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Train staff on implementation of plans
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Prepare progress reports for consumer's immediate support group, including their family
and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals -
Serve as an active member of each person’s Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes
involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development -
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Minimum Requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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Master’s degree in behavioral analysis, psychology, or related field
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Minimum one year experience in the development and implementation of behavioral support
plans -
BCBA or BCaBA certification strongly preferred
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First aid, CPR, OSHA, and medication certification course within first 90 days of employment,
and any required residential or state training -
Valid driver’s license with good driving record
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Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Supports
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Ability to conduct functional behavioral assessments
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Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data
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Knowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operations
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Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
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Flexibility to deal with people at a variety of levels, both internally and externally
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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background,
central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options?
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Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
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Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
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Generous PTO
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Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
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403b Retirement Plan
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Incredible career growth opportunities
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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