What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Analyst (2025 - 2026 SY) position at New Story School?
Job Title: Behavior Analyst
Location: Mountville, PA 17554
Join New Story Schools, a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students’ lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially.
Why Join Us?
- Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as a Behavior Analyst
- Behavior Assessment & Intervention: Continuously evaluate students’ behavioral strengths and needs, conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), and develop individualized behavior plans that align with school protocols.
- Behavior Plan Development & Oversight: Create and revise Positive Behavior Support Plans, establish behavior goals for IEPs, and implement data-driven interventions tailored to student needs.
- Data Collection & Analysis: Develop tracking systems for staff, analyze behavior data, and use insights to refine intervention strategies and measure progress.
- Staff Supervision & Collaboration: Provide clinical supervision for BCBA/BCaBA candidates, guide Behavior Consultants, and work with school teams to ensure effective behavior support implementation.
- Safety, Compliance & Family Engagement: Utilize crisis intervention techniques, adhere to safety and confidentiality standards, and collaborate with families to address concerns and support student success.
Required Qualifications:
- Active Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
- Master's degree in psychology, Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or other related fields of study.
Preferred (Nice to Have) Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a school setting, ideally as a BCBA.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!
At The New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!
