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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavior care specialists in the United States is $23.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To become a behavior care specialist, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with training in behavioral techniques and experience working with individuals with developmental or behavioral challenges. Certification in behavior analysis or related fields, such as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), is often preferred or required. Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work in a team environment are also important qualifications.

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Behavior Care Specialists develop and implement behavior intervention plans for individuals with developmental or behavioral challenges, often working one-on-one to promote positive behaviors and reduce problematic ones. They collect data, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and other professionals, typically requiring training in behavior analysis or related certifications. Their work environment may include clinics, homes, or schools, and they often follow structured schedules to support client needs.

Is a behavior care specialist a good career?

A behavior care specialist is a rewarding career focused on supporting individuals with behavioral challenges, often in healthcare or educational settings. It typically requires strong communication skills, patience, and relevant certifications such as behavior analysis or related training. The role offers opportunities for growth and making a positive impact on clients' lives.
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Infographic showing various Behavior Care Specialists job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,069 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Manager of Youth Care Specialists

Cornerstones of Care

Kansas City, MO • On-site

$48K - $56K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position: Manager of Youth Care Specialist
Salary: $48,568.00 - $56,160.00 annually
(Starting salary depends on education and experience)
Job Type: Full Time
Shift/Hours: Monday - Thursday, (2:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Youth Care Managers report to the Director of Placement Stability and enjoy a high degree of autonomy in the supervision of Youth Care Specialists and Coordination of day respite, after hour's placements, transportation, and supervision of youth, both new referrals and youth transitioning between placements. This position ensures coverage of the after-hours emergency line, triaging incoming calls, problem-solving, and assigning tasks including but not limited to assisting with missing youth search efforts, assisting with diligent parent searches, organizing the clothing closet, restocking supplies, creating orange books, sanitizing stations, identifying, labeling, and storing the personal items of youth, creating facility books, grocery shopping, completing laundry, conducting safety checks on car seats, and deep cleaning. The position is responsible for supervising staff in medication administration and other medical support. At times when there is no youth to supervise, the Youth Care Manager will perform administrative tasks such as scheduling, report writing, data reconciliation, chart audits, and other duties as assigned. The Youth Care Manager is responsible for the development of staff through training and coaching.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Education, Counseling, or Psychology which includes the equivalent of 30 semester hours in either human development/human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques such as social work, psychology, sociology, guidance/counseling, and child development, and at least two years of work experience in the Child Welfare arena. 1 year of Kansas case management experience is required. Preferred: Master's degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Education, Counseling, or Psychology and two years experience in the child welfare arena with at least 6 months of Kansas case management experience. Licensed by the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board to practice in Kansas (LBSW, LMSW, LSCSW, Professional Counselor, LMFT, and/or Alcohol and Drug Counselor). Must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check, physical, and drug screening. This position also requires a valid driver's license and proof of current vehicle insurance.
BENEFITS: Cornerstones of Care offers a competitive benefits package, which includes: Paid Holiday, Paid Time Away (unlimited PTO for all benefit-eligible team members), medical/dental/vision; prescriptions; accident and critical illness insurance; pet insurance; short-term disability; long-term disability; term life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D); health savings account (HSA); flexible spending account (FSA); retirement (401K); employee assistance program (EAP); YMCA membership discounts; Tuition Reimbursement Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness. To view a detailed Summary of Benefits please visit our website at www.cornerstonesofcare.org and under the heading "About Us" click on "Join Our Team."
CORNERSTONES OF CARE'S ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENTS:
  • Nonviolence-helping to build safety skills and a commitment to higher purpose
  • Emotional Intelligence-helping to teach emotional management skills
  • Social Learning-helping to build cognitive skills
  • Open Communication-helping to overcome barriers to healthy communication, learn conflict management
  • Democracy-helping to create civic skills of self-control, self-discipline, and administration of healthy authority
  • Social Responsibility-helping to rebuild social connection skills, establish healthy attachment relationships
  • Growth and Change-helping to work through loss and prepare for the future

Questions?
Please contact: Cornerstones of Care, Human Resources Department
8150 Wornall Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64114
Phone: (816) 616-8501 Fax: (816) 508-1757
Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/cornerstonescareers
Cornerstones of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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