Assistant BIS

YAI

. Perform all Direct Support Professional duties while carrying out Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialist responsibilities .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeEast Setauket • New York • United StatesJunior💰 $24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong clinical skills in assessing and analyzing behavioral and psychiatric needs while implementing individualized support plans. Proficient in training staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and foundational certifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Psychology Or Social WorkExperience With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities (I/DD)Behavior Support Plans ImplementationSCIP-R CertificationExceptional Written And Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical AssessmentsData CollectionBehavioral AnalysisPerson-Centered ApproachesADLs Assistance

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeachingCommunicationProblem-SolvingCalmness Under Stress

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayEmailDocumentation Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

SCIP-RCPR CertificationYAI AMAP CertificationDay Services Model Mentorship Training

Industry Keywords

Habilitative SupportBehavioral SupportInterdisciplinary Team MeetingsIndividualized Habilitative PlansCommunity Inclusion Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform all Direct Support Professional duties while carrying out Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialist responsibilities
Provide clinical support for habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs under the supervision of the BIS
Educate direct care staff and program leadership on habilitative and Behavior Support Plans
Support clinical assessments and interventions and ensure consistent, effective data collection
Provide direct feedback, guidance and leadership to program staff
Lead identification, facilitation and scheduling of community inclusion activities
Ensure appropriate supervision levels, staff communication, shift meetings and documentation
Monitor individuals’ health, safety, well-being, diagnoses, needs and supervision levels
Work with the BIS to implement individualized habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric programming
Implement Behavior Support Plans using person-centered approaches
Train direct care staff using the EMOE training system and serve as lead trainer for weekend staff
Support new staff in developing and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies
Participate in treatment plans, individualized habilitative plans, assessments and data collection
Monitor and maintain data sheets, documentation, monthly progress reports and person-centered materials
Attend interdisciplinary team, life plan, clinical and regional meetings and complete resulting tasks
Lead evening and weekend shifts and support program operations in the absence of supervisors or BIS
Identify, address, resolve or escalate program, staff and individual-support concerns
Complete required trainings and certifications and comply with HIPAA and regulatory requirements
Operate YAI vehicles for transportation when required
Experienced Assistant BIS employees may support multiple programs, train new staff and communicate clinical information to teams and families

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or closely related Human Services discipline and at least six (6) months of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or supporting adults or children with complex social-emotional, mental health and/or behavior support needs in a group or individual setting; or formal training, including college coursework in psychology, sociology, human behavior, mental health, special education and/or I/DD and at least two (2) years of relevant experience; or at least four (4) years of experience in a direct care role in a YAI program in good standing
Working knowledge of behavioral/psychiatric conditions and ability to gather, document and communicate related information
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including professional documentation and progress summaries
Ability and willingness to lead, direct and teach others technical skills and knowledge
Must hold foundational certifications for the current service setting: SCIP-R, CPR issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association, and YAI-issued AMAP certification for residential assignments or Day Services Model Mentorship Training for day assignments
Newly hired employees must obtain and maintain required YAI certifications within six (6) months of appointment
Must maintain foundational and program-specific certifications
Newly hired employees must be at least 18 years old
Ability to meet essential physical demands, including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, lifting/moving individuals, and lifting/moving up to 25 pounds on occasion
Ability and willingness to assist with ADLs and handle bodily fluids according to documented plans
Strong clinical skills, including assessing and analyzing information, communicating clinical rationales, and compiling and interpreting data
Ability to remain calm, act assertively and exercise judgment in stressful, fast-paced situations
Proficiency with computers, email, Workday and/or related systems
Ability to work full-time, including at least one regularly scheduled weekend day, extended hours, holidays, inclement weather and emergencies as needed
Ability to travel to regional trainings, meetings and designated YAI locations within the assigned region and NYC metro area
For assignments requiring transportation, valid Driver’s License and Van certification must be held or obtained and maintained
ABIS assigned to BIS Department: three (3) years of I/DD experience, including at least one (1) year as an Assistant BIS in a YAI program in good standing, plus ability to travel and work varying schedules
Preferred: active pursuit of a Master’s degree; Bachelor’s degree; two (2) or more years of I/DD experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Tuition reimbursement
Medical and dental insurance, with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for Full time positions)
Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time (depending on time type)
403(b) retirement with employer matching contributions
Life insurance and long-term disability
Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more