Behavior Support Specialist

Job Title: Behavior Support Specialist 
Location: Reading, PA 19602
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Starting at $55,000

Join New Story, where we believe in the boundless potential of every child and young adult. Our programs are crafted to support each student’s growth, achievement, and development in a safe and nurturing environment. Our dedicated teams work together to ensure that all students and clients can learn, thrive, and reach their fullest potential. If you're driven by passion, commitment, and a desire to make a lasting impact, New Story is the place for you to help create a brighter future for those we serve. 

Why Join Us?

• Salary - $55,000, depending on education and certification. 
• Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required. 
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset. 
• Comprehensive Benefits– Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA). 
• Financial Perks– Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance. 
• Professional Development– Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles. 
• Supportive Team– Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events. 
• Make an Impact– Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment. 

Your Role as a Behavior Support Specialist:

• Behavioral Assessment & Support: Assess students' behavioral strengths and needs, conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), and oversee Positive Behavior Support Plans under supervision.
• IEP & Intervention Implementation: Develop behavior goals for IEPs, monitor services, and collaborate with staff to ensure interventions align with student needs.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Establish data collection systems, analyze behavior data, and adjust strategies based on findings to improve student outcomes.
• Collaboration & Communication: Participate in IEP and multidisciplinary meetings, address student and family concerns, and work with staff to assess intervention effectiveness.
• Safety & Compliance: Utilize crisis intervention techniques, follow safety protocols, maintain student confidentiality, and adhere to company policies and regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Preferred (Nice to Have) Qualifications: 

• General knowledge of ABA, mental health, and therapeutic principles.
• Previous experience with behavior intervention and emotional disturbance. 
• Previous experience working with students with special needs.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today! 

At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!