Behavior Support Intern - Clinical Services

Mountain Lakes Services’ mission is to partner with people of all abilities to live their very best lives. Its vision is to be an inspirational model for advancing people’s journey through excellence, innovation, and connections.

Pay Range: $19.50 - $21.63 per hour

Hours Available: Monday-Friday [8:00am-4:30pm] | Saturday-Sunday [OFF], Some Flexibility Needed

Are you looking to further your academic career while also getting the chance to gain real time experience providing support to people who happen to have intellectual or developmental disabilities? Then Mountain Lake Services might be the place for you!

We are offering a Monday through Friday schedule for our Behavior Support Intern position located in Port Henry, NY.

What you get to do:

Learn and assist in the process for evaluating and writing Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Support Plans and Monitoring Plans.

Work collaboratively with, support and advise Clinical Training Specialists.

Observe and participate with the clinical skill acquisition or Discrete Trial Instruction to individuals in need of additional support for learning.

Requirements: Pursuing a Master’s Degree in a clinical treatment field in Psychology, Social Work, School Psychology or a related human services field, or New York State License in Mental Health Counseling. ABA program preferred.

Must have at least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, some knowledge in assessment and development of behavioral programs, the ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels, excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must be willing to complete RBT Training.

Develop your skills in an environment rich with training opportunities and career advancement. 

Employees matter! Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (a heavy focus on work life balance)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Agency funded Life Insurance at 4x annual salary
• Agency Paid Retirement
• Educational Assistance
• Eligible Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunities for advancement and training
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Mentorship program
• Pay on Demand