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Behavior Support Specialist
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$73,498 / year median in Pennsylvania
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Macungie, PA 18062
Date Posted:
09/04/2026
Category:
Direct Care Services Education:
Master's Degree Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community, work, and home based services to adults with special needs. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve their life experiences. The individuals we support are in need of an experienced Behavioral Specialist to work with them.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Observe the participant in various settings; and collaborate with his/her family and team to develop and implement a positive practice behavior support plan. Revise the plan as needed. Complete FBAs by conducting comprehensive functional assessments of participant's presenting issues Conduct training related to the implementation of behavior support plans with staff, the participant, their family members and caretakers Complete required paperwork related to data collection, progress reporting, monthly/quarterly reports and development of annual planning material
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with Autism and/or other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Minimum of a Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License
• Complete state training conducting and using a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA), and Post Test Certification - or willingness to complete the training during application process
• Valid Drivers License, vehicle registration, and auto insurance for vehicle(s) used to provide services. Clean driving record and the ability to complete and pass required background checks
Title:
Behavior Support Specialist Class:
Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS)
Type:
CONTRACT
Ref. No.: 1323013-1
BC:
#KFS201
Company:
Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.
Contract Contact:
NEPA Careers Office Email:
NEPA@kfamilysolutions.org
Office Phone:
267-295-0320
Office Address:
5000 Tilghman Street #330, Allentown
PA 18104
Each Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS) office is separately incorporated. Registering on the Kaleidoscope web portal is not a guarantee that contracting opportunities will be available and/or located. Further steps are required to complete your registration with the appropriate legal Kaleidoscope (KFS) entity. Professionals contracting through KFS are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.