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Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

West Chester, PA · On-site

$19.50 - $21.95/hr

Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) or ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Brookhaven, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Glen Mills, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Brookhaven, PA · On-site

Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) or ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Woodlyn, PA · On-site

Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) or ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Brookhaven, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Woodlyn, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Glen Mills, PA · On-site

Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) or ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Glen Mills, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

West Chester, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

West Chester, PA · On-site

$19.50 - $21.95/hr

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

West Chester, PA

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Elwyn

Applied Behavior Specialist

Woodlyn, PA · On-site

Responsibilities Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi ...

Melmark

Lead Behavior Specialist

Berwyn, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology or closely related field ... Behavior Specialist- RTF Responsibilities * Implements the Melmark Model of Program Development and ...

Andrus Childrens Center

Behavior Specialist

Yonkers, NY · On-site

$57K - $62K/yr

Our program adopts a comprehensive therapeutic model integrating Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA ... Schedule for Behavior Specialist: Monday-Friday from 10:00am until 6:00pm Essential Duties of ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for applied behavior specialist in the United States is $90,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Applied Behavior Specialists often work as part of an interdisciplinary team, collaborating closely with teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and family members to develop and implement individualized behavior intervention plans. Regular meetings and communication are essential to ensure everyone is aligned on client goals, progress, and any necessary adjustments to strategies. This collaborative environment not only enhances client outcomes but also provides opportunities for professional growth and learning from colleagues in related fields.

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To thrive as an Applied Behavior Specialist, you need a solid background in behavioral analysis principles, a relevant degree (such as psychology or education), and often certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA). Familiarity with data collection software, behavior intervention plan documentation, and progress tracking tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and effective communication are essential for building rapport with clients and collaborating with families and teams. These skills are critical for delivering effective interventions that improve client outcomes and support positive behavioral change.

What Do Applied Behavior Specialists Do?

Applied behavior specialists develop and implement therapy and treatment plans for clients with behavioral health issues, such as intellectual and developmental disabilities. As an applied behavior specialist, you meet with clients to assess their condition and medical history and tailor a treatment program designed to reach their goals and needs. Treatment plans may include group or individual therapy sessions, vocational training, and referrals to other clinical specialists. You often travel to meet with clients at home so you can also work with their family members to implement treatments.

What is an Applied Behavior Specialist?

An Applied Behavior Specialist is a professional who uses principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to assess, develop, and implement behavior intervention plans for individuals, often those with developmental or behavioral challenges such as autism spectrum disorder. They work closely with clients, families, and other professionals to identify problem behaviors, teach new skills, and promote positive behavior changes. Their goal is to help individuals achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life.
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Applied Behavior Specialist

Elwyn

West Chester, PA • On-site

$19.50 - $21.95/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Elwyn rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

146th of 228 rated social care providers

Job description

Overview
Payrate: $19.50-$21.95/HR
Schedule: Full-time and part-time shifts available
Join a Team That Changes Lives
For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we're here to create real change - helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.
Now, we're looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives - including your own. You'll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.
At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
  • Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
  • Paid On-the-Job Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Retirement Savings Plan

Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.
Job Description
Elwyn seeks an Applied Behavior Specialist (ABS) to provide intensive on-going behavioral assessment/behavior support plan implementation to individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) or other genetic/behaviorally complicated disorders who live in a Community Residential Services (CRS). Individuals admitted to CRS' specialized behavioral programs for placement will receive supports within a highly structured setting, including behavioral interventions. The ABS will be responsible for participating in the continued behavioral assessment across settings, as well as the application of strategies derived from an applied behavior analysis (ABA) model. The ABS will work closely with the clinical team to implement individually designed behavior plans to decrease problem behavior while increasing adaptive more appropriate responses.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provides required levels of supervision for assigned persons served at CRS' specialized behavioral program site as determined by program management in accordance with needs of individual's support plan
  • Provides behavioral assessment and behavior support plan (BSP) implementation services to residents
  • Applies treatment strategies, therapeutic interventions and protocols derived from an applied behavior analysis (ABA) model developed by the clinical team
  • Attends ongoing trainings and keeps all trainings up to date
  • Collects data on the behavior support plans and outcomes
  • Works with individuals on daily living skills in a structured environment to obtain consistent routine and skills through teachable moments
  • In conjunction with the program management team, develops and implements appropriate recreational activities
  • Files documentation in clinical charts and purges in accordance with the purge schedule as needed
  • Prepares meals according to menu and program schedule
  • Implements outcomes and maintains residents' progress consistent with behavior and therapeutic goals
  • Supervises, instructs, supports and provides guidance to assigned persons served in accordance with the individual's Behavior Support Plan within the structured specialized behavioral program as well as the team-driven general support plan, and works daily toward the designated outcomes, including but not limited to:
    • ensuring food security by implementing the program structure and schedule at all times in the PWS home and/or implementing any other needed structures in the specialized behavioral program
    • ensuring heightened supervision in the community to best ensure food security as needed and general safety of the individuals
    • healthcare
    • religious preferences
    • sexual preferences
    • ethnic and cultural support
    • recreational/socialization/vocational activities
    • physical fitness
    • healthy living
    • family visits and involvement, and family disagreements and grievances
    • independence
    • purchase and inventory of food and personal supplies
    • cooking
    • housekeeping
    • money management
    • social awareness
    • interpersonal relationships
    • personal hygiene
  • Follows medical guidelines to administer medication as scheduled or as needed to persons served in strict accordance with each support plan and per medication administration protocols
  • Strictly follows medical protocols including but not limited to following physicians' orders for continued care, updates necessary medical records, and conforms to protocols concerning medical appointments
  • Coordinates and provides for transportation needs, as applicable, of assigned persons served in accordance with support plan and dependent upon specific site needs
  • Prepares for, and promptly responds to, emergency situations to ensure the safety and security of the program site and persons served at all times; e.g., provide CPR, first aid and crisis intervention as needed in accordance with agency trained protocols, conducts fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc., and notifies proper authority in the event of an emergency
  • Completes paperwork and maintains all documentation as required and as determined by program management for the program site; e.g., shift progress notes, daily logs, monthly progress reports, daily goal reports, assessments, daily financial transactions, Medical Administration Records, behavioral data sheets, Incident Reports, Parent/Guardian/Other contact form, etc.
  • During assigned shifts, ensures program site operates in accordance with the organization's quality standards for safety, cleanliness, and comfort and state licensing and accreditation standards and ensures the routine maintenance and cleanliness of Elwyn vehicles used
  • Aids in the resolution of problematic situations that may occur for persons served within a specific program site; notifies program management of any unusual situations
  • Reviews and maintains adequate medications inventory levels on a weekly basis to ensure immediate availability of medications
  • Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) process in support of the support plan; reports issues in the event plan is problematic
  • Reviews daily log for completion of required activities and reports results to program management
  • Records daily census accurately and timely when working second shift
  • Reports all incidents as required by regulation of Mandated reporters
  • Promptly reports any infraction of Elwyn policies to program management
  • Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or a closely related field or, Associates or 60 college credits plus three (3) years of work experience in programs supporting people with acute behavioral needs
  • Experience working with individuals with challenging behaviors desired
  • Experience implementing ABA strategies desired
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, and written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook;
  • Maintain current certification/recertification of CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration and crisis intervention, in accordance with agency trained protocols
  • Must possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record

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Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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We are the leader in education, treatment, and support services to children and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges. Click below to learn about our Vision, Mission & Values; Our Approach; Our History; and Our Leadership Team. Continue reading for more on our unified commitment and national reach.

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Individual, family and community social assistance

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

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Media, PA, US

Year founded

1852

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