Behavior Specialist, MA/MS - Rochester, NY - Days

Lifetime Assistance – Behavior Specialist, MA
Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Position Overview:

Job Title: Behavior Specialist, MA
Location: Rochester, NY
Department: Psychological Services
Reports To: Manager of Behavior Services
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Wage Range: $29.60 – $33.50 (plus an additional $2,000 annual differential for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs))
Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.


• Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester — plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.


• Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.


• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.


• Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.


• Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.

Your Core Responsibilities:

Assessment & Treatment Planning

• Conduct psychological assessments to identify strengths, needs, and behavioral goals.


• Assist in developing individualized Personal Futures Plans and Behavior Support Plans.


• Recommend evidence-based interventions that promote independence and quality of life.

Behavioral & Clinical Services

• Develop and implement behavioral support services.


• Provide psychological consultation to individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams.


• Deliver and oversee behavioral interventions that support emotional, cognitive, and social development.


• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to assigned Behavior Technicians.

Training & Professional Development

• Conduct in-service training on behavioral support practices.


• Provide clinical coaching and consultation to staff.


• Support ongoing professional development related to behavioral health services.

Documentation & Data Analysis

• Collect, review, and analyze behavioral data to guide treatment planning.


• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.


• Communicate behavioral updates with interdisciplinary team members and service providers.

Team Collaboration & Compliance

• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and service plan reviews.


• Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations, Human Rights Committee standards, and agency policies.


• Foster a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment.


• Perform additional duties that support program and agency objectives.

What You Bring:

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a related field.


• Minimum five (5) years of experience developing behavior programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.


• Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) qualification required.


• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification is highly preferred. Employees holding an active BCBA certification receive an additional $2,000 annual salary differential.


• Strong assessment, behavioral analysis, and clinical intervention skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and families.


• Must meet applicable background check and vehicle operator requirements.


• Ability to obtain and maintain OPWDD Level II SCIP-R certification.


• Ability to lift and/or transfer up to 35 pounds.

Our Mission & Culture:

• Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.


• Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.


• Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.

Are You Ready to Begin?

If you’re a compassionate leader ready to take the next step in your human services career, apply today and join us in building lives of independence—one person at a time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

“I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.”
— Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us