Behavior Intervention Specialist ( BIS ) - Family Services

Behavior Intervention Specialist ( BIS ) – Family Services Job Category: Clinical Requisition Number: BEHAV008229 Apply now Posted : March 13, 2026 Full-Time Locations Jamaica, NY 11434, USA Manhattan Day Hab 215 W 125th St Basement New York, NY 10027, USA Bronx, NY 10461, USA Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!! Job Summary QSAC is looking for dedicated and proactive Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS) to support our In-Home Direct Support Professionals who primarily provide 1 to 1 services in the individual’s home and community. The BIS will work with the individual, family and direct care staff to develop and monitor Person Centered Service Plans to assist the individual in achieving their personal goals. The salary range for this position is $54,000-$60,000 annually. The Family Services BIS would travel to the individual’s home and other locations in the community. Flexible schedule which requires some evening and weekend hours. This position includes both office based and field based hours. Responsibilities Assessments & Goals Visit individual’s homes on a regular basis to develop, maintain and evaluate goals to ensure goals are appropriate and outcomes are being achieved Complete Functional Assessments and other evaluations to assess skill level and behavioral support needs of each individual Develop individual goals and activities to support outcomes identified in the Life Plan utilizing evidence-based strategies in accordance with OPWDD regulations Provide support, supervision and feedback to ensure that direct care staff are able to meet the level of needs for the individuals they serve Designs and monitors effective data collection systems that will allow monitoring of progress In service and observe goal implementation by Direct Support Professionals Monitor/Assess monthly goal progress and update short-term objectives Maintain clinical paperwork and other required documentation in compliance with Federal and State regulations Training Support & Communication Provide ongoing training support, supervision and evaluation of in home direct care staff Communicate with families, individuals receiving services and other service providers on a regular basis to ensure quality services Problem solve with families to resolve concerns over services. Communicate effectively with team members to ensure proactive responses to concerns and maintain a positive relationship with the families and individuals served Qualifications and Work Experience Master’s degree and minimum 1 year experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities/autism required, ABA experience preferred Highly organized and able to handle multiple priorities General knowledge of theories and principles of behavioral analysis, assessments and goal development required Experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities/autism required Detail-oriented, multi-task capable and able to work under pressure and meet deadlines Bilingual Spanish or other language very helpful, but not required Experience writing goals and activities utilizing evidence based interventions to help individual achieve personal outcomes including Staff Action Plans for people with autism Ability to travel to client's homes Strong written and communication skills are essential Ability to run when needed Mission QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person‑centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. For full‑time employees, we offer generous benefit packages: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff) Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage (for FT staff) Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full-time staff) start with 24 days annually Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff) Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff) 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match Opportunities for career advancement Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. We adhere to all strict COVID guidelines at all of our programs and sites. Employee costs listed are based on individual coverage QSAC is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) To Apply: please send resume to View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr