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Median Oklahoma Behavior Specialist Salary

$67,699

per year

According to Salary.com *

Behavior Specialist (BCBA, ABA & RBT) Jobs in Oklahoma

Find the latest behavior specialist job openings in Oklahoma. Sunbelt Staffing offers a wide range of contract, travel, permanent, and direct hire behavior specialist jobs for you to choose from. At Sunbelt, we tailor your assignment to fit your wants and needs - from locations to assignment length, pay, and benefits.

Discover your dream behavior specialist job in Oklahoma through Sunbelt and complete your application today!

Benefits of Working as a Behavior Specialist in Oklahoma

At Sunbelt Staffing, we prioritize the well-being of our behavior specialist professionals, providing comprehensive benefits that make them feel valued and appreciated. We recognize the importance of securing a behavior specialist job that provides fair compensation, which is why we will always advocate on your behalf to get you the pay and benefits you deserve.

When you apply for a behavior specialist job in Oklahoma through Sunbelt Staffing, you gain access to top-tier benefits, including:

  • Comprehensive Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Professional Liability Insurance
  • Long and Short-Term Disability
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Weekly Pay
  • Relocation Assistance and more
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What is a Behavior Specialist?

School-based behavior specialists are psychological counselors specialized in committed care for children with emotional or behavioral issues. With your skill set, you are able to assist students with ADHD, OCD, depression, anxiety, autism, addiction, and more. The process of helping these children differs by position. As a BCBA or ABA, you’re directly assessing the students and creating a plan to address their issues moving forward. Working closely with an RBT to implement the given treatment and ensure you can successfully help as many children as possible.

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Behavior Specialist Duties

Some of the behavior specialist responsibilities include:

  • Helping children with emotional and behavioral issues
  • Assessing the behavior of students
  • Creating treatment plans to address behavioral issues
  • Providing guidance to children on their treatment plans
  • Maintaining patient records
  • Communicate with teachers, parents, and guardians about treatment plans

Becoming a behavior specialist allows you to carry out a professional career dedicated to helping children with emotional or behavioral issues. But first, you must obtain your Master’s degree in psychology, behavioral analysis, or related fields. You must also complete a training program, which may or may not be included in your educational degree. Furthermore, you are required to obtain a license to practice. The rules and requirements for licensing differ based on each state, so be sure to check with your specific location. Additional certification is required if you are looking to become a BCBA.

Behavioral Therapist Salary & Job Outlook

Being a behavioral specialist has a very positive job outlook. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, positions like board-certified behavior analysts, registered behavior therapists, and applied behavior analysts are expected to grow 23% from now until 2030, which is much faster than the average of other occupations. This means that more children will be needing your help to make a difference in their lives. Also, the salary growth, depending on the level of education, location, and setting, is projected to grow through 2029.

Allow us to join you on the path to a career that you will love. We can offer you authentic and transparent advocates, unmatched knowledge, and the dedication to elevate your talent to a platform that will make a difference for the students you serve.

Behavior Special Jobs Available Now

We have behavioral specialist opportunities available nationwide, waiting for exceptional educational professionals – like you. Explore the options today!

* Salary data from Nov 11, 2023

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