Social Services Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA (Now Hiring) — 806 open — Page 40
Pressley Ridge
Behavioral Support Specialist(PRSA)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Mid level
Pressley Ridge Benefits The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable …
Skills: Behavior Management, Functional Behavior Assessments, Positive Behavior Support Plans, Data Collection, Social Emotional Learning
Pressley Ridge
Special Education Aide (1:1) - Pressley Ridge School for Autism (Pittsburgh, PA)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Entry level
Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential. Pressley Ridge Benefits The well-being of o…
Skills: Special Education Support, Behavioral Plan Implementation, Student Supervision, Crisis Intervention, Documentation
Since 1905, The Bradley Center has continually served children and families in need. Today, the residential treatment facility provides 24 hour care and trauma-informed treatment to children who have a history of trauma …
Skills: Program Planning, Implementation, Wellness Programming, Budget Management, Verbal Communication
The Mission of Veterans Place is to empower veterans' transition from homeless to home, ending the cycle of homelessness, and to assist all at-risk veterans to become engaged, valuable citizens who contribute to their co…
Skills: Case Management, Psychosocial Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Counseling, Patient Screening
Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving…
Case Manager II - Women & Children's Longterm Program
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$47k–$51k/yr
Senior
Since 1952, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area. We currently seek a full-time Case Manager (Level 2) for the Women & Children's Longterm Program. Th…
Skills: Case Management, Advocacy, Treatment Planning, Crisis Intervention, Relationship Building
Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving…
Skills: Classroom Management, Tutoring, Curriculum Implementation, Student Motivation, Student Rapport
Careers at Our Amazing Place. At The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, we’ve built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we’re fo…
Definition: This position is responsible for the supervision of all Renewal, Inc. Security staff, building safety and security and ensure the productive operation of all security stations and functions. Supervisory respo…
Job DetailsJob Location: Hilltop Community Health Center - Pittsburgh, PA 15211Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $19.50 - $21.50 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Categor…
Engineering Outreach Intern - College of Engineering - Dean's Office
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Entry level
Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, …
UPMC Mercy is hiring a Full Time Assistant Teacher to support the Child Development Center! The Child Development Center is open Monday-Friday from 6:30am-6pm. This position works varied 8 hour shifts varying from 6:30am…
Skills: Child Development, Curriculum Planning, Classroom Management, Team Teaching, Parent Communication
UPMC Mercy is hiring a Full Time Teacher to support the Child Development Center! The Child Development Center is open Monday-Friday from 6:30am-6pm. This position works rotating 8 hour shifts varying from 6:30am to 6:00…
Skills: Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management, Curriculum Planning, Parent-Teacher Communication
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: E-commerce Management, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Customer Service, Staff Training
The Ellis School
Extended Day Staff Member
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$16/hr
Entry level
EXTENDED DAY STAFF MEMBER, PART-TIME The Ellis School is seeking an energetic, responsible individual who loves working with children to fill a part-time position in our After-school Program for the 2026-2027 term. A wil…
Description Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Operations Manager is responsible for providing administrative support for chapter functions for the Greater PA Chapter. This includes management of office…
Skills: Data Management, Budgeting, Accounts Payable, Vendor Management, CRM Databases
Job DetailsJob Location: Headquarters - Pittsburgh, PA 15238 JOB DESCRIPTION – PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LIAISON Department: Hospital Development Reports to: Director of Professional Services Exemption Status: Exempt W…
Job DetailsJob Location: Pittsburgh - Main Campus - Pittsburgh, PA 15213Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeAbout the School: Located in the heart of Oakland, Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Child…
Job DetailsJob Location: Achieva Main Office - Pittsburgh, PA 15203Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $27.00 HourlyPay Rate: $27.00/hour Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000 Make a Meaningful Impact Are you passionate about he…
Skills: Staff Supervision, Housing Advocacy, Performance Management, Community Partnership Building, Case Management
Job DetailsJob Location: Achieva Main Office - Pittsburgh, PA 15203Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $27.00 HourlyPay Rate: $27.00/hour Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000 Make a Meaningful Impact Are you passionate about he…
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Full-time
bachelor degree
Medical Coverage, Health Savings Account (HSA), Prescription Coverage, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Patient Advocate
Posted 88d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The specialist provides behavior management instruction and direct interventions for students with challenging behaviors, specifically those with autism. Key duties include conducting functional behavior assessments, developing support plans, and collaborating with classroom staff and families.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or education, along with two years of experience working with students with autism. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and pass multiple background clearances including FBI and Child Abuse checks.
Full job description
Pressley Ridge Benefits
The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.
Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
Prescription coverage
Dental and vision plans
Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
Wellness incentive (up to $250)
403b with up to 9% employer give/match
Free life insurance and AD&D
Paid sick time (up to 15 days)
Paid holidays including a birthday holiday
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Position Summary
The Behavior Support Specialist will provide behavior management instruction to teachers and classroom staff for students who exhibit challenging behaviors. The Behavior Support Specialist will provide direct interventions for students and serve as a resource to the classroom staff with regards to behavior management. He/she will conduct functional behavior assessments, develop positive behavior support plans, recommend, teach, and evaluate evidence based strategies, and help to implement data collection.
He/she will help to ensure that the needs of each child in the program are met through positive behavioral support plans derived from data collection and functional behavior assessments. He/she will also conduct weekly social skills group activities for his/her assigned classroom.
Essential Responsibilities
Quality Educational Programming
Participate in team meetings to develop and/or present behavior support plans to address difficult behavior.
Collaborate with classroom staff on effective positive behavior support practices.
Work with the Home Community Educator to assist the family with implementing behavior intervention techniques in the home and providing families with resources and support.
Clinical team collaboration regarding behavioral programming.
Monitor data gathered from functional behavior assessments to assist in the development or modification of appropriate behavior support plans.
Create a classroom environment that supports behavioral management.
Develop, recommend, and maintain data collection tools for his/her use, or for the classroom assistants or teachers to use.
Utilize technology to navigate systems to track data and create new interventions.
Understand and recognize cultural differences.
Identify themes and trends within various demographics of populations served.
Write and implement appropriate positive behavior support plans for students based on data collection.
Deliver behavior management instruction and interventions within the classroom for assigned students.
Use reinforcement surveys, preference assessments, and reinforcement assessments to develop token economy systems and reinforcement schedules that are appropriate to the student’s needs.
Provide direct consultation to classroom teachers and classroom aides with regards to children with autism who have difficult behaviors.
Complete Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lesson plans weekly and provide progress on social interactions.
Provide Special Education Teacher (SET) with behavioral data weekly.
Communication
Maintain consistent communication with families regarding student behavior and progress.
Communicate regularly with classroom team regarding interventions.
Provides external agencies with information regarding transitional skills.
Finance/ Budget
Provide an overview of funds requested to support the program.
Supervision
Receive supervision.
Receive supervision from and actively communicate with supervisor on an ongoing basis throughout the week by phone, email, written message and when possible, in person regarding program matters.
Leadership
Supports colleagues in a mentorship capacity to assist with daily programming.
Provide training to classroom teams on the use of various data collection tools.
Maintains a professional image when supporting students in the community.
Prepares and is present in meetings with families and outside stakeholders.
Actively participates in boosting morale within the program through recognition.
Documentation
Track mandated data for behavior interventions that involve physical restraint.
Track data regarding Individual Education Program (IEP) goals.
Complete Internal Records (IRs) for critical incidents.
Risk Management and Safety
Follow designated program policy regarding the documentation of critical incidents.
Follow procedures for all physical contact with students.
Follow procedures for student illness and injury, including arranging necessary medical care, accordingly, informing appropriate persons of the situation, and documenting the injury/illness and actions taken.
Assist other staff, as needed, in interventions (TCI, Ukeru) to protect students and staff from injury.
Detect and remediate any potentially dangerous environmental conditions (e.g. broken glass) accordingly.
When transporting students, maintain safe driving procedures.
Qualifications
Education/Certifications/Licensure:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, education or other childcare field.
Requires a valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and current auto insurance.
Experience:
Requires two (2) years of experience working with students who have various levels of autism, preferably in a school-related setting developing behavior support plans and conducting functional behavior assessments.
Requires familiarity with multiple types of data collection instruments.
Clearances Required by Applicable Regulations:
State Police
FBI
Child Abuse Clearances
Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training certificate and/or statement
Working Conditions
Physical Demands:
This position requires operating a keypad device 25% of the day and electronic/office equipment 50% of the day. Fingers, thumbs, hands, wrists, elbows, legs and feet are all routinely used throughout the day. The lower and upper torso is used 75% of the day. Employee must meet minimum requirements for hearing, speech, and vision. For positions in the School for the Deaf, hearing and speech are not required but ASL proficiency is (see qualifications above). Walking is required 75% of the day. Standing occurs 75% of the day. Sitting happens 25% of the day. Reaching above the shoulder as well as bending and twisting are performed 25% of the day. This function routinely lifts 15 pounds, 4 times per day. The maximum lift is 10 pounds, 4 times per day. The position requires the ability to implement physical interventions and meet the physical demands of TCI. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Mental Demands:
Continually handles diversity of problems.
Frequently performs multiple tasks, make quick decisions, concentrate, and handle distractions that interfere.
Environmental Factors:
Environmental demands require this position in schools and community.
Working Hours:
Hours dependent on school schedule. Flexibility to meet student needs.
PRSD is on a 12-month schedule. PRSA and Day Schools are on a 10-month/ school year schedule.
How many Social Services jobs are open in Pittsburgh, PA right now?
There are currently 806 open social services positions in Pittsburgh, PA listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Which companies are hiring for Social Services roles in Pittsburgh, PA?
Companies currently hiring include UPMC, St. Peter's Health Partners, Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania, Allegheny Health Network, Duquesne University John G. Rangos, Sr. School of Health Sciences, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Are there remote or hybrid Social Services jobs in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes — 110 of the 806 open social services positions offer remote or hybrid work (23 remote, 87 hybrid).
How do I apply for Social Services jobs in Pittsburgh, PA?
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