Behavioral Specialist at Racker

Town of Ithaca, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Behavioral Assessment, Behavior Support Plan Development, Activities of Daily Living Assessment, Staff Training, Behavior Strategy Implementation, Documentation, Coaching, Promoting Independence, Emotional Well-being, Consent Evaluation

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Overview * Monday-Friday Work Week * No On Call Hours * 7.5 Hour Shift * Now Hiring: Behavioral Intervention Specialist – Residential Services At Racker, we believe in building a world where all people know they belong. If you’re looking to make a meaningful, human-centered impact, we invite you to be part of this team! We are currently seeking a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to support individuals in our OPWDD-funded Residential Program. In this vital role, you’ll work directly with individuals and teams to promote independence, emotional well-being, and connection. Why Racker? Working at Racker isn’t just a job — it’s a commitment to building inclusive, supportive communities. We offer: A dynamic and mission-driven work culture. Ongoing professional development opportunities. A supportive team environment. Opportunities to innovate and make a difference every day. Join us — and help individuals thrive in the ways that matter most. Salary is $50,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on experience. This position is fully benefits eligible. Responsibilities Build trusting relationships with individuals in our residential program. Conduct 1:1 behavioral and ADL (Activities of Daily Living) assessments. Develop, implement, and monitor Behavior Support Plans tailored to individual needs. Perform sexuality assessments and evaluate an individual’s capacity to consent for medical care, as needed. Guide and train staff in the successful implementation of behavior support strategies. Document all assessments, plans, and progress clearly and comprehensively. Serve as a resource and model for families and staff — offering support, tools, and coaching to foster long-term success. Travel to other program locations on occasion to support continuity of care. Qualifications Master’s degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of social work or psychology, or a BCBA or LBA, or an NYS license in mental health counseling. Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion - "A world where all people know they belong."

Responsibilities

The specialist will build trusting relationships, conduct 1:1 behavioral and ADL assessments, and develop, implement, and monitor tailored Behavior Support Plans for individuals in the residential program. They will also guide and train staff on behavior support strategies and serve as a resource for families and staff.