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Entry Level Positive Behavior Support Jobs in Pennsylvania

Clarvida

Behavior Support Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$27 - $32/hr

August 26, 2026 About the Role Clarvida is hiring a Behavior Support Specialist to develop and implement positive behavior support plans in collaboration with clients, families, and care teams. This ...

Clarvida

Behavior Support Specialist

Monroeville, PA · On-site

$27 - $32/hr

August 26, 2026 About the Role Clarvida is hiring a Behavior Support Specialist to develop and implement positive behavior support plans in collaboration with clients, families, and care teams. This ...

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Entry level positive behavior support roles typically involve assisting individuals with behavioral challenges by implementing behavior intervention plans and using positive reinforcement strategies. These positions often require basic knowledge of behavior management, good communication skills, and may require certification such as a paraprofessional or behavior technician credential. They are suitable for those starting in the field and usually do not require extensive experience.

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Positive Behavior Specialist - Full Time

Conshohocken, PA • On-site

Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Non-Profits • 1 - 5K employees
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$23.60 - $26.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Work closely with families, onsite staff, and external service providers to ensure that age appropriate services and support are in place for students with emotional and behavioral challenges.

  • Provide individual incident/case support, conduct observations that focus on positive behavior management and youth development.

  • Locate, coordinate, and monitor services for students in collaboration with the onsite team to help students make progress towards their goals.

Greater Philadelphia YMCA rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!
Full Time, Hourly | $23.60-26.44 per hour
Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?
We are looking for a Positive Behavioral Specialist to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.
Some rewards for joining our team:
  • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
  • 50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp).
  • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y - it's awesome!
  • Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc.

What is needed for this job as our Positive Behavioral Specialist:
  • 21+ preferred, 5+ years experience working within youth development
  • Bachelor's degree in field that meets PA DHS requirements
  • Current or prior experience in education, recreation, child psychology or related fields
  • Knowledge of community resources and experience with a variety of agencies
  • Skill in individual and group assessments and treatment techniques

The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Positive Behavioral Specialist:
  • Work closely with families, onsite staff, and external service providers to ensure that age appropriate services and support are in place for students who have emotional and behavioral challenges to be successful in an inclusive environment
  • Provide individual incident/case support, conduct observations that focus on positive behavior management and youth development
  • Locate, coordinate, and monitor services for students in the program in collaboration with student's onsite team so students make meaningful progress towards identified goals and outcomes
  • Provide behavior management resources and best practices to Y staff, and program participants/family
  • Prepare reports to track progress and identify trends
  • Ability to handle stressful situations and carry out responsibilities during times of crisis
  • Behave and speak in a professional manner at all times, maintaining a cooperative staff relationship with all personnel in the program setting
  • Demonstrate understanding, patience, and receptiveness towards students of various age groups, temperaments, and abilities
  • Ability to formulate eligibility recommendations for emotional impairment

What you can expect:
  • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
  • Opportunities to learn and grow
  • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
  • Great members to work with every day!

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Non-Profit Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply
After reading this, if you're thinking this is me - we want to meet you!
Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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