Behavior Specialist - Your Expertise Can Change What's Possible

Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) | Richmond Community Services

What if your clinical expertise could do more than treat symptoms or write reports?

At Richmond Community Services, your work helps adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills, navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and experience greater independence—every single day.

We’re looking for a thoughtful, confident, and compassionate Behavioral Intervention Specialist to join our growing clinical team in Westchester County. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being both a clinician and a coach—someone who can translate behavioral science into practical strategies that staff can use and individuals can benefit from.

What Makes This Role Different?

You won’t be sitting behind a desk all day.

You’ll be in the programs, with the teams, and alongside the people we support. You’ll see your recommendations put into action and have the opportunity to measure whether they’re actually making a difference.

You’ll:

• Develop and oversee individualized Behavior Support Plans that promote meaningful outcomes and quality of life.
• Analyze behavioral data and turn it into practical clinical recommendations.
• Observe individuals in their residential environments and identify opportunities to strengthen supports.
• Coach and mentor Direct Support Professionals so they feel confident implementing behavioral strategies.
• Partner with program leaders and interdisciplinary teams to create consistent, effective supports.
• Respond thoughtfully to behavioral challenges and help teams understand the why behind the behavior.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives that strengthen behavioral services across the organization.
• Champion dignity, respect, choice, and person-centered care in everything you do.

We’re Looking for a Clinician Who Can...

Think clinically.
You can look at behavioral data, recognize patterns, and develop thoughtful interventions.

Think practically.
You understand that the best plan is one that staff can actually implement—and individuals can actually benefit from.

Build relationships.
You can earn trust with individuals, families, Direct Support Professionals, managers, and fellow clinicians.

Coach—not just instruct.
You enjoy helping others develop their skills and understand how their actions can influence outcomes.

Stay calm when things get complicated.
You bring sound judgment, professionalism, and a supportive presence to challenging situations.

What You’ll Bring

• Master's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field.
• Post-master's experience in a behavioral or clinical setting.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities strongly preferred.
• Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA) at the master's level preferred.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex behavioral concepts in clear, practical language.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Flexibility to work some late afternoons, early evenings, and occasional weekends.

A Career Where You Matter, Too

We believe the people doing meaningful work deserve an organization that invests in them.

RCS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive health insurance with low-cost, high-value plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution eligibility after one year
• Generous paid time off and holiday benefits
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• A collaborative environment where your clinical expertise is respected and your contributions are valued

Why Richmond?

Because this isn't just about behavior.

It's about people.

It's about helping someone communicate more effectively. Supporting a person through a difficult moment. Helping a staff member discover a better way to respond. Seeing a skill emerge that wasn't there six months ago.

At Richmond Community Services, you won't just write the plan—you'll help make the plan work.

If you're looking for a clinical career where your expertise, judgment, and compassion can create meaningful change, we'd love to meet you.

Come build what's possible with us.

Richmond Community Services
Empowering lives. Creating possibilities. Making a difference every day.