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Behavioral Specialist

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 May 2025

💰 $52,000/yr

About the role

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Behavioral Specialist in Edison, NJ to use best practices and technology within a community-based setting to teach people with developmental disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills needed to live as independently as possible. This individual must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with a flexible schedule, and respond to crisis situations. Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance, and supports for an individual. Starting pay is $52,000/per year Responsibilities

Observe and interact with individuals
Create prevention plans and support plans
Complete functional assessments
Train staff on implementation of plans
Prepare progress reports for individual's immediate support group
Serve as an active member of each person’s Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development
Attend staff meetings for various locations
Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree/ masters’ degree preferred plus one year of experience in developing behavior support plans and teaching staff to implement plans
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
Understanding and commitment to community-based supports for persons with disabilities
Knowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operations
Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situation
Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation

Why Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
Great coworkers/team that support you!
University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.orgCommunity Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-BEH