Position: Day Behavior Services Coordinator
Compensation: $70,000 - $76,000 annually
Status: Full-Time
Category: Exempt
Reports to: Associate Executive Director
What We Offer:
- Top 401k plans in the industry. Employer contribution of 5% and 6% match, for a total of 11%
- Comprehensive Medical and Dental Benefits
- Paid Time Off: Personal, Vacation & Sick; Paid Holidays.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and oversee the delivery of behavior support services.
- Trains all Behavior Support Staff on initial and/or updated BSP's and maintains fidelity of training records.
- Ensure all behavior supports are person-centered, least restrictive, and aligned with each individual’s authorized Individualized Service Plan (ISP).
- Attend weekly Behavior Team Meetings and feedback sessions with staff.
- Reviews all behavior incident reports daily in Safety Zone and Identify trends in incidents and recommend programmatic improvements.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and audit-ready documentation (BSPs, behavioral documentation, reports, training records).
- Collaborate with program leadership, nursing staff, support coordinators, families, and guardians.
- Serve as a clinical resource to families and external stakeholders
What You Need:
- Bachelors degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in behavior modification and implementation of positive behavior support techniques.Minimum of 1 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of NJ DDD regulations.
- Experience in writing reports is required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
- Valid New Jersey driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Skills We Value
- Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
- Ability to analyze data and drive quality improvement initiatives.
- Commitment to person-centered supports and community inclusion.
Have Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call 609-477-9806 for more information.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation or assistance with your application, please contact us at [email protected]
Pre-Employment Requirements: All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, physical exam, PPD test, and verification of an acceptable driving record.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Arc Mercer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or a related field
- Experience in behavior modification and positive behavior support techniques
- At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities regulations
- Report-writing experience
- At least 5 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience
- Valid New Jersey driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Successful background check, drug screening, physical exam, and PPD test
What We Do
The Arc Mercer is a nonprofit organization serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Mercer County, New Jersey. It provides support and resources through programs focused on personal development, job training, employment, recreation, independent living, education, and advocacy. Its mission is to empower people with developmental disabilities to choose and achieve their goals while promoting inclusion, community integration, and stronger support for families.
