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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavioral assistant in Commack, NY is $22.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.40 and $24.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a behavioral assistant?

Behavioral Assistants are professionals who support individuals—often children or adolescents—with behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges. They work under the supervision of licensed clinicians to implement behavioral intervention plans, monitor progress, and help clients develop positive coping skills. Their work is typically conducted in schools, homes, or community settings, and they play a crucial role in promoting social, emotional, and behavioral growth. Behavioral Assistants often collaborate closely with families and other professionals to ensure consistent support and progress for their clients.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a behavioral assistant?

To thrive as a Behavioral Assistant, you need a background in psychology or social work, knowledge of behavioral intervention strategies, and typically a relevant certification or training in behavioral health. Familiarity with behavior tracking software, data collection tools, and therapy documentation systems is often required. Strong communication, patience, and empathy are essential soft skills for building rapport with clients and supporting diverse needs. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively implementing treatment plans and fostering positive behavioral changes in clients.

How does a behavioral assistant collaborate with other members of a clinical team?

Behavioral Assistants work closely with licensed clinicians, such as therapists, counselors, and case managers, to support clients’ behavioral goals. They often attend team meetings to discuss individual progress, share observations, and help implement treatment plans designed by supervisors. Effective communication and regular feedback are essential, as Behavioral Assistants may need to adjust strategies based on client needs and team input. This collaborative approach ensures clients receive consistent and coordinated care across all service providers.

How do you become a behavior assistant?

To become a behavioral assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience working with individuals with behavioral or developmental needs. Some positions require certification in CPR or first aid, and relevant skills include patience, communication, and understanding of behavioral strategies. Additional training or coursework in psychology or special education can improve job prospects.

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Infographic showing various Behavioral Assistant job openings in Commack, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,856 per year, or $22 per hour.

Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)

Milestones Behavioral Services, Inc.

Milford, CT • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

The Essential Functions of this position are:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Review and analyze problem behavior procedures for all students in their classroom.
  • Review and analyze reinforcement Board systems including ensuring staff are implementing systems correctly and consistently.
  • Review and analyze behavior intervention plans including ensuring staff are implementing BIP’s correctly and consistently.
  • Provide potential solutions to appropriate staff and carry out action plan to address concerns through PPT process if appropriate.
  • Assist Behavior Analysts in writing and updating behavior plans as appropriate through PPT process.
  • Create and maintain student write ups.
  • Review and analyze student graphs, including content and format including alerting SPED/BA’s if progress concerns arise and provide potential solutions/carry out action plan.
  • Provide initial training in basic principles of behavior analysis to all staff, including supervision to RBT’s including alerting SPED/BA’s if training concerns arise and provide potential solutions/carry out action plan.
  • Apply Behavior Analytic strategies to improve staff performance.
  • Participate in staff evaluation process in conjunction with supervising BCBA.
  • Collect IOA data including if IOA data suggests a concern, alert SPED/BA’s, provide potential solutions, and carry out action plan.
  • Participate in student program reviews.
  • Participate in student home programming when applicable.
  • Graph for one student and analysis of other data/graphs added.
  • When student/staff schedule allows, be out of rotation for 3 hours per week to review current systems/take IOA/ assist with crisis management and emergency procedures.
  • Substitute when SPED teacher is out of classroom.
  • Comply with all safety policies and procedures.
  • Remain flexible to the needs of classrooms and provide a variety of support, as needed.
  • Maintain professionalism with students and staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.

The minimum qualifications and requirements:

  • Hold & Maintain Board certification as an Assistant Behavior Analyst.
  • Meet all supervision requirements as specified by the BACB.
  • 2 years experience providing behavior analytic services to individuals with autism or other developmental delays preferred.
  • Excellent professional, leadership, organization, and communication skills (both written and oral).
  • Required to properly wear PPE and attend all trainings related to PPE.
  • Required to follow all safety procedures and requirements.
  • When implementing emergency procedures ('PMT’), must perform maneuvers and actions associated with managing students independently or as part of an orchestrated team effort.
  • Must be able to physically care for younger children up to 6 years old with or without assistance of one or additional designated persons.
  • The job duties require an employee to routinely and safely demonstrate heavy to very heavy physical demands associated with ‘hand on’ efforts when physically managing students, under routine, emergency, and/or aggressive behavior management scenarios.

      Milestones Behavioral Services is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibiting unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability (learning, intellectual, mental and/or physical disability), ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, ethnic traits historically associated with race (such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, victim of sexual assault and/or trafficking, or other status protected by applicable law.