Behavior Support Specialist at nhfca

Compensation

$23 – $25/hr

Location: California
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jun 24, 2026

Description

The Behavior Support Specialist (BSS) at National Health Foundation (NHF) utilizes applied behavior analysis (ABA) methods to improve behavioral outcomes for guests in recuperative care settings. This includes studying guest behavior, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop behavior support plans, intervening in challenging situations, and documenting progress. BSS also trains staff and guests, participates in VCBH meetings, consults with psychiatrists, and provides crisis intervention.

Required Skills

behavioral analysis
applied behavior analysis (ABA)
strong communication skills
crisis intervention
de-escalation
grief management

Additional Information

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED (minimum); preferred bachelor's degree in advanced behavioral analysis (ABA) or related field.
Required Previous Experiences: Proven and relevant experience working with older adults or those with diverse abilities and maladaptive behaviors.
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience working with individuals.
Preferred Qualifications: Registered Behavior Technician certificate from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work under high stress situations.
Exhibits significant reliable habits, including timeliness and organizational skills.
Clinical expertise in crisis intervention, skill in working with the mental health and mentally ill population, and with individuals undergoing acute episodes of psychiatric distress; skill in diagnosis and assessment.
Ability to work as part of a comprehensive community mental health team and to represent the organization in the community.
Familiarity with community support systems, health care and human service resources, court, and police activities.
Good organizational skills and administrative abilities.
Flexibility in days and hours available for scheduled work including weekends.
Knowledge of and the ability to adhere to a professional code of ethics.
Knowledge of and the ability to comply with the state’s mental health code.