Behavior Support Specialist
Licking County Government Zanesville, Ohio, United States
- Location: Zanesville, Ohio, United States
- Categories: Human and Social Services
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Feb 25, 2026
Job Description:
Behavior Support Specialist
Description
Position Description: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.
Brief Description:
Since 1967, the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities has been serving the people of Licking County.
Job Prerequisites:
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, 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.
Compensation:
- 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)
Our Location: We’re located at 116 N. 22 nd Street in Newark, OH, a quick 30 minute drive from Columbus, Zanesville, Lancaster, Mt. Vernon and the Buckeye Lake area.
Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled