Behavior Intervention Specialist

Overview As a Human Services Clinician (Behavior Intervention Specialist), you will play a key role in supporting children, adults, and seniors with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, or other social and emotional needs. You will work directly with clients, families, and care teams to assess needs, develop supportive strategies, and provide guidance that promotes personal growth, skill development, and an improved quality of life. Your work will focus on building strong relationships, empowering individuals, and helping them achieve meaningful outcomes in their daily lives. The Center for Family Support (CFS) mission is to provide support and assistance to individuals with developmental and related disabilities. We are the first agency in New York to achieve the Council on Quality and Leadership Certification (CQL). By achieving this certification, it shows our commitment and dedication to creating services that enhance and improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Our industry-leading benefits include: 401(k) Dental Insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Client Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs, strengths, triggers, and patterns that influence an individual’s functioning. Use a variety of clinical tools and methods to gather information that supports effective planning. Support Plan Development: Develop individualized support plans based on assessment findings and evidence-based approaches. Collaborate with individuals, families, caregivers, and team members to create realistic goals that promote stability, skill development, and meaningful progress. Implementation of Support Strategies: Provide direct guidance on implementing supportive strategies within residential settings. Offer coaching and assistance to individuals, families, caregivers, and staff to ensure plans are applied consistently and effectively. Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly review and evaluate the effectiveness of support plans. Track progress, collect relevant data, and adjust strategies as needed to ensure positive outcomes and continued growth. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, progress, and outcomes. Prepare clear reports and summaries to communicate findings and recommendations to the appropriate stakeholders. Collaboration and Consultation: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams—including psychologists, social workers, educators, healthcare staff, and other service providers—to ensure coordinated support. Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and planning sessions to align services and promote holistic care. Professional Development: Stay informed about current research, best practices, and emerging trends in human services, mental health, and intervention strategies. Participate in continuing education and maintain any required or specialized training. Committee Participation: Serve as an active member of agency committees, including but not limited to the Human Rights Committee, Informed Consent Committee, Wellness, and Admissions. Agency Compliance: Cooperate fully with Center for Family Support management and/or DDD staff during inspections or investigations. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study with 3+ years of experience. Preferred experience in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical intervention, or a related human services field Must have or be willing to obtain any NJ DDD-approved specialized training. Experience in functional assessment techniques and behavior support plan development preferred. Previous experience working with individuals with behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities, or mental health issues. Strong knowledge of behavior analysis principles, assessment tools, and intervention strategies. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Compassionate, patient, and empathetic attitude towards clients and their families. The Center for Family Support provides equal employment opportunities to all. We celebrate the wonderful qualities that make each of us unique and greatly value how they enrich the work we do. If you want to work with a caring group of people making a difference in the lives of the people we serve, apply today! Pay Range USD $58,000.00 - USD $62,000.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr