Behavior Intervention Specialist, BIS 2

YAI

Behavior Intervention Specialist at YAI, focusing on habilitative and behavioral needs of individuals with I/DD. Conducting assessments, developing plans, and overseeing support in diverse settings.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeNanuet • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,350 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting behavioral assessments and developing individualized behavior support plans, utilizing evidence-based interventions and data analysis. Holds relevant certifications and licenses to provide clinical leadership and oversight in mental health settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In Clinical PsychologyBoard Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)Mental Health Counseling License (NYSED)Assessment Techniques TrainingBehavior Support Plan Development

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Hard Skills

Behavioral AssessmentHabilitative AssessmentData AnalysisEvidence-Based Treatment InterventionsIndividualized Support Plans

Soft Skills

Clinical LeadershipTeam CollaborationFeedback Provision

Certifications & Qualifications

National Board Certification In Behavior AnalysisSCIP-R CertificationCPR Certification

Industry Keywords

DSM VICD 10DM-IDCrisis InterventionFlexible Schedule

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identifies the habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of the people we support
Conducts behavioral and habilitative assessments including written questionnaires, standardized tests, rating scales, baseline data
Analyzes data from multiple sources to support development of hypotheses for behaviors using DSM V, ICD 10, DM-ID
Develops written, individualized habilitative and behavior support plans using proactive interventions
Researches and implements the most effective evidence-based treatment interventions
Directs and/or oversees day-to-day data collection by program staff
Ensures timely modifications are made to the plan(s)
Oversees and provides feedback relating to clinical duties performed by Assistant BISs or program designee(s)
Serves as a clinical team leader and key member of the treatment team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology or applied psychology
Documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development
National Board certification in behavior analysis (Board Certified Behavior Analyst [BCBA])
Current license and registration in Mental Health Counseling issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED)
Successfully complete BIS School (or authorized equivalent training) through YAI within one (1) year of appointment
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening and/or weekend hours
Must hold or obtain and maintain certification in Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) or SCIP-R Restrictive and CPR if required for assigned program(s) within six (6) months of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Health insurance
Flexible working arrangements