In-Home Behavior Specialist

Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany • Colonie, NY • 1d ago

$48.86 To $48.86 Annually

Are you Ready to Launch Your Career?

Join us in our mission as an In-Home Behavior Specialist at Catholic Charities Disabilities Services.

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!

As the In-Home Behavior Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

Serving individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities through a 100% state funded Family Support Services grant program

Providing in home behavioral service, including testing, evaluation, consultation, intervention, and development of behavioral management plans and goals as required by the needs of the individual being served

Providing education and training to family members regarding behavioral strategies

This position was designed to be of service not only to individuals in need who are living at home, but also to serve as a support for their family members

In-Home Behavior Specialist Minimum Salary: $48.86/hour additional rates include $16.00/hour training and $25/hour drive-time

In-Home Behavior Specialist Maximum Salary: $48.86/hour additional rates include $16.00/hour training and $25/hour drive-time

In-Home Behavior Specialist Schedule: Flexible scheduling; approximately 5 hours per week

Qualifications:

Valid NYS Driver's License and personal transportation

Master's Degree in Psychology, Special Education, or Social Work

A minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

For benefit-eligible positions:

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Retirement planning options

Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

Exciting referral bonuses

Ongoing training and development

Recognition and Awards

Career Growth

A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\KnowYourRights\screen\reader\10_20.pdf)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)