Begin a fulfilling career with Via of the Lehigh Valley, a 2023 and 2024 Top Workplace winner, providing supports to adults with intellectual disabilities and receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus!

You will ENJOY the following while working at Via:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits at a minimal cost to the employee. We offer two plans to choose from!
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation during your first year, increasing to 18 days after completing 1 year of employment.
• 9 paid Holidays. Including YOUR Birthday Holiday and a Floating Cultural Holiday! Via is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and believes that an atmosphere of mutual respect for each other's differences adds quality to our services. To celebrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Via offers a floating cultural holiday. Eligible employees may choose a paid day off, that is significant to them.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees.
• Education incentive: earn MORE when you obtain a degree or certification.
• Paid Training and mileage reimbursement.
• Professional Development Opportunities:
  • NADSP Career Ladder Program -- earn an additional $1.75/hour once all three levels have been completed.
• Employee Assistance Program, which full-time employees are able to access on their first date of hire. The Employee Assistance Program provides additional support such as counseling, employee/family financial services, employee/family legal services, employee/family work-life services, etc.
• Casual work attire.
• Employee referral-bonus program.
• Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards and monthly celebration events.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Provide direction to Community Inclusion staff working with participants who are receiving behavioral support services.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments, and an analysis of the findings for the targeted behavior.
• Facilitate the design and implementation of a comprehensive behavioral support plan.

Position Requirements Include:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis or Gerontology or a Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License.
• 2 years of experience working with people with disabilities, providing behavioral support and mental health support is preferred.
• Relevant schoolwork/certificates in positive behavior supports, ABA and in related fields is preferred
• Complete training in conducting and using a Functional Behavior Assessment and in positive behavioral support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft word, excel, as well as the ability to utilize the agency database.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to work under pressure and to manage multiple tasks, with the flexibility to meet changing needs and priorities as they occur.
• Valid driver's license, personal vehicle and appropriate vehicle insurance is required.
• This position will provide transportation to community sites.

We invest in our team through training, career development and educational assistance. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages the success of the individuals we serve and our employees. This success comes from living our values: People, Growth, Teamwork, Community, Diversity, Shared Ideas and Advocacy. Join our team and grow a fulfilling career with us!

CHANGE LIVES. WORK FOR VIA.

Via of the Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.