Behavioral Intervention Specialist

Our Behavioral Support Department located in Queensbury, NY has a full-time, 40-hour Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) or BIS In-Training position available. The schedule for this position is Monday—Friday, hours vary depending on the needs of the program . This is a salaried, exempt position with pay rate of $62,553.20 per year.

The Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) will develop and implement behavior support plans (BSP) with a person-centered, strength-based approach in accordance with NYS OPWDD regulatory requirements and the agency’s mission. (The BIS In-Training assists with the development and implementation of BSPs.) The BIS/BIS In-Training will train staff regarding behavior support plans and monitor the effectiveness of the BSP through data analysis and observation. Some remote work is possible but BISs and BISs In-Training are expected to attend meetings and visit WWAARC programs on their caseload.

Qualifications for a WWAARC Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS):

• At least 18 years of age
• Have a valid driver’s license that meets WWAARC insurability standards.
• A master’s degree in behavior analysis (BCBA) or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology that is approved by OPWDD; OR

A master’s degree in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical intervention or a related human services field; OR

A NYS license in Mental Health Counseling, have at least 5 years’ experience working directly with people supported with I/DD and/or supervise and train others on behavior support plans AND have obtained OPWDD approved specialized training or experience in functional assessment techniques and behavior support plan development.

• Must have sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English to communicate effectively with people supported and team members and to complete required documentation in accordance with regulatory and agency standards.

Qualifications for a WWAARC BIS In-Training:

• At least 18 years of age
• Have a valid driver’s license that meets WWAARC insurability standards.
• A bachelor’s degree in a human services field AND actively pursuing a master’s degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical interventions; AND

Two years’ experience working directly with individuals with I/DD including the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior support plans AND/OR providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavior support plans.

• Must have sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English to communicate effectively with people supported and team members and to complete required documentation in accordance with regulatory and agency standards.

What’s in it for You? You will work where you AND the work you do are valued! We offer:

• A positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development.
• Extensive paid training.
• A variety of employee discounts.
• Generous paid time off & sick time.
• Group health & dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plans.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

Ready to Apply/Transfer? To apply a completed WWAARC application is required. Applications can be submitted through our website at or contact [email protected] to have the application emailed/mailed to you.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law. WWAARC is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.