Behavior Specialist

Behavior Specialist Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Employee assistance program 403(b) Qualifications Direct patient care Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Medical software Bachelor's degree in psychology Associate's degree in psychology Mid-level Windows Patient safety Clinical staff training Education Behavioral disorders support Psychology Direct support Implementing behavioral health therapy programs Working with individuals with mental health conditions Bachelor's degree in education Patient progress monitoring Applied Behavior Analysis Progress documentation Data collection Patient treatment Training Associate's degree Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for children 2 years Patient emergency assistance Patient observation Full Job Description Syracuse Allied Health Full-time Opening on: Dec 5 2025 3CP-Biobehavioral Health Unit State of New York TH Staff Assistant 1, NSSL2 87620 UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

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Job Summary:

This is the first facility of its kind in New York State and will provide inpatient care for children and teens with multiple challenges as part of the Golisano Center for Special Needs. To ensure that our patients receive the care they need we are looking for Behavioral Specialists to join our team. Can you help us? Here's what you'll do under the clinical direction of a licensed

Behavioral Health Provider :

Be part of the direct care staff in implementing the Applied Behavior Analysis treatment and provide input to the provider noting changes in behaviors and progress Do health data collection during observations of behaviors and wellness checks, sleep hygiene encounters, general program education, and patient safety and risk monitoring Use your clinical knowledge and interpersonal skills to train other staff on plans and protocols and ensure a safe transition of care from one person to the next Assists in the development of specific behavioral treatment interventions such as coping skills, anger management, and other self-regulating behavior activities Respond appropriately to emergencies that may include fighting Demonstrate your commitment to care for an underserved population as this requires a unique level of compassion for both patients and families including the ability to communicate with cultural awareness How can you become a Behavioral Specialist at SUNY Upstate? It's easy! You can qualify for this important role if you have an associate's degree (or higher) in Psychology, Education, or a related field and two years of related direct patient care experience In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you'll receive: Generous paid time Off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits Well-being plans that include Adoption Assistance, Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program A New York State Pension, (Yes! An actual pension!) a 403(b) plan with matching, and other retirement savings plans

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree (or higher) in Psychology, Education, or a related field (required by time of appointment) and two years of applied behavioral or healthcare experience required. Ability to physically manage patients required. Experience with Windows, Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, and behavioral data collection software (e.g., BDataPro) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, or a related field preferred. Experience with individuals with developmental delays and/or applied behavior analysis preferred. Prior experience working as a Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA) at the BBHU preferred. Enrollment in a master's program for applied behavior analysis preferred.

Work Days:

Day/Evening and Weekends Message to

Applicants:

Please apply today and help us to help the people of Central New York, and thank you! There are positions available at the Golisano Center for Special Needs & in the Biobehavioral Health Unit.

Recruitment Office:

Human Resources We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.