About this opportunity
TERRAPIN HOUSE INC lists this Behavioral Support Specialist opportunity in allentown, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Behavioral Support Specialist
Flexible Part-Time Opportunity | up to 15 hours per month
Supporting young Autistic Adult(s) in a 6400 Licensed Residential Home
Looking for More Than “Just a Job”?
We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, creative, and highly dependable Behavioral Support Specialist who enjoys building meaningful relationships, thinking outside the box, and helping others achieve greater independence, emotional well-being, and a higher quality of life.
If you believe behavior support should be person-centered, respectful, collaborative, and empowering — we’d love to meet you.
The right specialist will understand how to balance structure with flexibility while helping create a supportive, low-stress environment that promotes success and dignity.
Required Qualifications
Must Meet PA ODP Behavioral Specialist Service Requirements. Competitive rate offered.
Candidates must meet the qualifications outlined by the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) for Behavioral Specialist Services in a 6400 licensed setting, including one of the following:
Qualified Candidates May Include:
Licensed psychologist
Licensed professional counselor
Licensed clinical social worker
Licensed behavior specialist
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Individuals with a qualifying master’s degree and required behavioral health experience per PA ODP standards
· In addition to the education and licensing criteria above, behavioral specialists must also meet the following standards: 1. Complete training in conducting and using a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA). 2. Complete training in positive behavioral support. Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism strongly preferred.
Responsibilities What You’ll Do
As the Behavioral Support Specialist, you will:
· Complete comprehensive assessments
· Development of and revisions to a behavioral support plan and Crisis Intervention Plans that include strategies to support the individual based upon assessment
· The provision of interventions and training to individuals, staff, and caregivers
· The behavioral specialist ensures that behavioral support provided to the participant includes positive practices and least restrictive interventions and does not include chemical or mechanical restraints
· Conduct behavioral observations and data review
· Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, family, and residential staff
· Provide coaching and modeling to direct support professionals
· Assist with proactive anxiety and OCD management strategies
· Support development of coping skills, communication skills, and independence
· Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and make recommendations
· Participate in team meetings and documentation requirements
· Ensure supports align with PA ODP regulations and person-centered practices
· Help create meaningful and engaging opportunities for community participation and personal growth
Schedule & Flexibility
Approximately 15 hours per month
Flexible scheduling available
Combination of:
Residential visits
Team collaboration
Community-based support
Documentation/program development time
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
Calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent
Creative and solution-focused
Organized and reliable
Comfortable working collaboratively with teams and families
Experienced in supporting individuals with autism, OCD, anxiety, or behavioral health needs
Passionate about person-centered supports and neurodiversity-affirming practices
Preferred Experience
Autism Spectrum Disorder supports
OCD and anxiety management strategies
Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
Trauma-informed approaches
Functional Behavioral Assessments
Staff training and coaching
Residential services under Chapter 6400 regulations
Terrapin House Inc is an EOE.
Worksite address
allentown, PA, 18103, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.