Behavioral Specialist / Social Worker

Lifesteps, a Western PA non-profit agency, is currently seeking a Full-time Behavior Specialist to work with individuals and participants who are assigned to Lifesteps community homes program. This new, full-time position is based at our office in Eighty Four, PA or in Castle Shannon, PA (Pittsburgh). The role will travel throughout Allegheny and Washington Counties to provide services to adults with intellectual disabilities. Job Duties: 1. The Behavioral Specialist performs a functional assessment and develops strategies to support a participant accordingly. 2. Provides on-site training to participants, staff, parents and caregivers and monitors participant success. 3. Develops effective behavior support plans to be utilized by the care team and evaluates participant progress. The work hours are daytime, Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm QUALIFICATIONS: Required: 1. Master's Degree in Human Services or a closely related field (Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Therapy, Education, Child and Family Development, etc.). 2. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. 3. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. 4. Current driver's license. Preferred: 1. Coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis and experience working with adults with an intellectual disability 2. ABA Certification 3. PA Behavior Specialist Licensure Generous Benefit Package for Full-Time Employees Includes: 1. 100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums 2. Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time 3. 12 Paid Holidays 4. Short and Long-Term Disability 5. Life Insurance 6. 403 (b) Retirement Plan 7. Tuition Reimbursement and much more! Join the Lifesteps Caring Team and Make a Difference in the lives of others! Apply Now: Apply online at www.lifesteps.net; E-mail resume to [email protected] Call 724-283-1010 Lifesteps - Where Rewarding Opportunities Start Drug-Free Workplace EOE/ADA