Job detail
Behavior Specialist - Education
Devereux
OTHER
Posted 4/2/2026
Location
Red Hook, New York
Salary
$22 - $25 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The behavior specialist provides direction and mentorship to education staff regarding behavioral strategies while maintaining order and reinforcing positive student behavior. They also serve as a role model for students, provide crisis intervention, and ensure student attendance at activities.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or ged, with a bachelor's degree preferred. A minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in an educational or residential setting is required.
high schoolbachelor degreeMentorshipRecord keepingCrisis interventionData collectionIntellectual disabilities supportAutism spectrum disorder supportStudent counselingBehavioral strategiesEducational supportBehavioral healthcareRestraint proceduresPositive behavior reinforcement
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Accident coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Mental health services
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Prescription drug coverage
- Continuing education assistance
- Preventative care
- Student loan debt assistance