Behavior Intervention Specialist — Manhattan Day Programs

Job overview

The Behavior Intervention Specialist role is onsite at ADAPT Community Network’s Manhattan day programs in New York, NY, with travel between the Harlem and Inwood sites required. Compensation is not specified in the posting. ADAPT provides services intended to support people with developmental disabilities in living fuller, healthier lives. The specialist evaluates needs, develops and monitors treatment and behavior plans, and provides therapeutic interventions for people served. The role also works with families, program staff, and interdisciplinary teams to support consistent implementation and progress monitoring.

What you'll do

• Review psychological assessments
• develop treatment plans and goals
• provide behavior management, counseling, and crisis intervention
• integrate techniques into programs or homes through consultation
• document progress and recommend changes
• develop behavior plans related to psychotropic medication
• participate in team meetings, annual reviews, and pre-admission evaluations
• train program staff
• assist with program duties as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

behavior intervention

developmental disabilities

behavior plans

psychological assessment

crisis intervention

therapeutic services

staff training

manhattan

new york ny

adapt community network

monday-friday

9 am-4:30 pm

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid training
• competitive benefits
• learning, support, collaboration, and career growth.

Why this role

Supports two Manhattan day programs and requires travel between the Harlem and Inwood locations.

About the employer

ADAPT Community Network is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.