Job detail
Residential Behavior Specialist
Devereux
OTHER
Posted 4/30/2026
Location
Red Hook, New York
Salary
$22 - $25 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The behavior specialist provides mentorship and direction to residential staff regarding behavioral strategies and clinical plan implementation. They also model effective techniques and train staff to promote the growth and development of residents.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or ged, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Two years of progressively responsible experience in a residential setting serving similar populations is required.
high schoolbachelor degreeAdvocacyDocumentationMentorshipConflict resolutionTeam leadershipCrisis interventionData collectionStaff trainingDevelopmental disabilities supportRole modelingInstructional designAutism spectrum disorder supportBehavioral strategiesPositive behavior reinforcementClinical plan implementation
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental 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
- Paid orientation
- Preventative care
- Student loan debt assistance