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Behavior Specialist

River Oaks Homecare
1 hour ago
Full-time
On-site
Norristown, Pennsylvania, United States
$28.84 - $35 USD hourly
Master's
Benefits:
  • Company parties
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
Join the Philly 100 Team - 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.

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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.