• In -Home Behavior Specialist

    Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany (Schenectady, NY)


    $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.

    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 $15.91/hour training and $25/hour drive-time*

     

    In-Home Behavior Specialist Maximum Salary: $48.86/hour *additional rates include $15.91/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)

    + Take a look at our Benefits Brochure (https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:e4777ca6-82e3-4b68-b717-1559c6036e59) !

    + 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)