Behavior Support Specialist

Position Location

116 N. 22nd Street, Newark, OH – 30‑minute drive from Columbus, Zanesville, Lancaster, Mt. Vernon, and the Buckeye Lake area.

Duties:
In this role, you’ll work with people with developmental disabilities and a team of skilled professionals to develop and implement behavior intervention strategies to ensure the best possible outcomes for the people we support.

Since 1967, the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities has been serving the people of Licking County.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Education or a related field. Must be well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and have strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Most importantly, the candidate must have the passion and enthusiasm to make a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities using ethical and evidence‑based practices.

• Highly competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience
• Great benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
• Paid time off, flexible scheduling, and the ability to work remotely after six months
• 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday)

We’re located at 116 N. 22nd Street in Newark, OH, a quick 30 minute drive from Columbus, Zanesville, Lancaster, Mt. Vernon, and the Buckeye Lake area.