Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)

Behavior Specialist – Day Program (Hauppauge)

IMPORTANT: Candidates must meet the minimum education requirements listed below to be considered for this position.

The Head Injury Association (HIA) is a well-established, growing nonprofit human services agency serving individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and autism. Founded in 1988, HIA has a longstanding commitment to supporting individuals in achieving greater independence, inclusion, and quality of life.

We are seeking a full-time Behavior Specialist to join our Day Program in Hauppauge, NY. The Behavior Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and revising individualized behavioral support plans to promote positive outcomes for the individuals we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral support to individuals who require behavioral intervention and management.
• Develop and maintain individualized behavior plans, including objectives, methodologies, implementation guidelines, revisions, and initiation dates.
• Train and support program staff in the appropriate implementation of behavior plans and related strategies.
• Review behavioral documentation, including behavior monitoring sheets, baseline data, and progress notes, to evaluate effectiveness and ensure proper implementation.
• Identify behavioral trends, assess progress, and recommend revisions to behavior plans as needed.
• Collaborate with program leadership and direct support staff to promote consistent implementation of behavioral strategies.
• Complete required training in SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) and actively participate in SCIP-related training and interventions, as required by the position.

Schedule

Monday through Friday - Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s degree required in a clinical or treatment-related field, such as psychology, social work, school psychology, applied psychology, or a related human services field.
• Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or traumatic brain injuries preferred.
• Must possess a valid New York State driver’s license.
• Must be able to successfully complete and maintain full SCIP certification, including all required training, and actively participate in SCIP interventions as required
• Must be able to carry and respond to an agency-issued phone as required.

Candidates who do not meet the minimum educational requirements will not be considered.

The Head Injury Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person