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.