About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Commack, NY 11725Salary Range: $27.72 - $30.29 HourlyJoin Our Team as a Behavior Specialist!
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Are you passionate about helping individuals reach their fullest potential? Do you have experience in behavioral assessment, treatment planning, and staff development? If so, UCP Long Island is looking for a dedicated Behavior Specialist to join our Residential Services team.
For more than 75 years, UCP Long Island has empowered individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities to live more independent, productive, and fulfilling lives. Our mission remains the same today: Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities.
Make an Impact Every Day
As a Behavior Specialist, you'll work under the supervision of a licensed psychologist to assess needs, develop individualized behavioral support plans, train staff, and help individuals achieve meaningful personal goals.
What You'll Do
✅ Conduct behavioral assessments and psychological testing
✅ Develop individualized behavior support plans that promote:
Self-direction
Emotional well-being
Skill development
Independence and community participation
✅ Monitor and evaluate treatment goals and outcomes
✅ Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
✅ Train and coach direct support professionals on behavior support strategies
✅ Collaborate with psychological, psychiatric, and residential teams
✅ Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
✅ Provide ongoing support, consultation, and behavioral guidance across residential programs
What We're Looking For
Master's Degree in Applied Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related field
Experience in behavioral assessment and intervention
Strong written communication and documentation skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Passion for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Why Join UCP Long Island?
Meaningful work that transforms lives
Supportive and mission-driven culture
Medical Insurance (30+ hours/week)
Dental Insurance (20+ hours/week)
Company-Paid Base Life Insurance
Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
Paid Holidays
Pension Plan
403(b) Retirement Plan
Voluntary AFLAC Benefits
Career Advancement Opportunities
If you're motivated, compassionate, detail-oriented, and looking for a career where your expertise creates lasting change, we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Apply today and help us continue Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities!
UCP Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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