Abilities First, Inc., an affiliate of the Abilities Partnership of the Hudson Valley, has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for almost sixty years. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services.

Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

The Pre-School Program located in New Windsor, NY is now accepting applications for a Senior Behavioral Support Specialist. Under the direct supervision of the School Principal, the Senior Behavior Support Specialist will provide the appropriate level of behavioral supports, student supervision and training to ensure and protect student health and safety. This position assists in the implementation of positive behavioral interventions, supports and services. Behavior intervention is aimed at modifying negative behaviors through treatment plans, such as interventions and will often rely on families, schools or other support systems to assist with monitoring, implementation and adjustment.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:00pm; 32.5 hours per week, 48 weeks per year. This position follows the school calendar (September – June), with a 6-week summer program.

This is a full-time position eligible for these benefits:

• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off (or paid time off on the school calendar)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support
• On Demand Payment – access your earnings as early as the next day
• Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.
• And More!

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  Requires B.A. or B.S. degree in education, psychology, human services or related field
• Four (4) years of experience in a school setting serving classified students with behavioral issues
• Have the ability to push and pull students in wheelchairs, lift, bend, squat, turn in the knees, pivot and grasp with both hands (in order to properly and safely perform the techniques taught in CPR/First Aid, behavior intervention techniques, and lifting and carrying techniques), with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must have a current NYS driver’s license, free of moving violations; deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier