In-Home Behavior Specialist

Colonie, NY, US

Salary Range: $48.86 To $48.86 Hourly

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)