Behavior Support Specialist

Behavior Support Specialist

Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.

The Behavior Support Specialist is a collaborative educational professional dedicated to helping every student develop the social, emotional, and behavioral skills needed to thrive in school and beyond. Serving three community campus schools, this position works alongside teachers and students to implement behavior initiatives, supporting campuses, coordinating the organizations' Character Education Program, collecting and analyzing behavior data, and providing direct services to students. Through classroom coaching, direct student support, professional learning, and consultation, the Behavior Support Specialist empowers educators with practical strategies that promote inclusion, positive behavior, and student independence. This role focuses on prevention, skill development, and early intervention while partnering with the Autism Specialist, Behavior Specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for students across all 3 campus settings.

Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.

UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree – In Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Social Work, or Exceptional Student Education

AND

Florida Statement of Eligibility in ESE

Safety Care Trained (current)

Minimum 3 years' Experience:

• Experience in behavior support in a school setting.
• Experience collecting, analyzing and utilizing behavior data.
• Experience assessing, developing, and implementing character building, independent functioning and social skills.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and successfully perform clinical behavior analysis with a wide variety of behavioral problems.