As a Behavior Consultant Assistant (BCA) – Discrete Services, you play a hands-on role in supporting adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities as they work toward meaningful, self-directed lives in their communities. This position provides direct behavioral support to individuals who attend Vista’s Community Integration Centers (CICs), participate in employment services, and/or receive discrete behavioral services outside of Vista-operated programs. Working under the guidance of a Behavior Consultant (BC), you help bring Person-Centered Behavior Support Plans (PCBSPs) to life in real-world settings, supporting individuals in pursuing their hopes and dreams related to community integration and employment - including building independence, forming meaningful relationships, and developing new talents that can be applied in purposeful and valued ways. BCAs are skilled coaches and trusted partners who work side-by-side with individuals and their teams every step of the way. Why You’ll Love Working in Discrete Services
- You support individuals in community-based and employment-focused environments
- You help people work toward goals that truly matter - belonging, purpose, and independence
- You see progress as individuals gain confidence, skills, and self-direction
- You collaborate closely with Behavior Consultants and Adult Services teams
- You receive extensive paid training in applied behavior analysis (ABA), human services
- You receive ongoing coaching from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
- You apply ABA principles in creative, person-centered ways
- Your work contributes to long-term life outcomes beyond program participation
- Your full-time role has consistent weekday hours aligned with Vista’s Adult Services calendar What You’ll Do Direct Support & Skill Development
- Provide direct behavioral support under the guidance of a Behavior Consultant
- Help individuals develop skills in communication, self-advocacy, activities of daily living, socialization, and vocational readiness
- Teach individuals and their teams ways to apply new skills to navigate real-world expectations for long-term success in the community and workplace
- Promote active participation in meaningful activities and relationships using Vista’s ALIFE COACH and person-centered active support principles
- Foster success in across community, employment, and day program settings Implementing Person-Centered Behavior Support Plans
- Bring the BC’s Person-Centered Behavior Support Plans (PCBSPs) to life through side-by side coaching and modeling
- Apply the recommended best practices and ABA principles to reinforce behaviors that promote lasting change and long-term success
- Collect data on skill acquisition, independence, communication, and progress toward individualized goals
- Share observations and feedback with the BCs to guide plan refinement
Team Collaboration and Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain clear, respectful communication with DSPs, BCs, supervisors, and interdisciplinary team members
- Participate in team and clinical meetings
- Complete accurate clinical and billing documentation• Meet billing targets in collaboration with supervisors
- Be professional, reliable, and uphold ethical standards in all service settings Who Thrives in This Role
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
- Passionate about community inclusion and employment for people with disabilities
- Committed to person-centered, strengths-based, and values-driven support
- Comfortable working in day program, employment, and community settings
- Skilled at observation, modeling, and coaching
- Motivated by helping people achieve meaningful life outcomes
- Organized, adaptable, and eager to learn Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities (professional, volunteer, or personal)
- Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or willingness to learn
- Ability to implement, model, and coach others in behavioral strategies (training provided)
- Valid PA driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel to community-based and employment service locations
- Completion of required trainings (First Aid/CPR, crisis intervention, etc.)
- Ability to meet the physical demands of community-based services
- Pass all required background checks and health clearances Schedule
- Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday – Friday
- First-shift schedule aligned with client schedule and Adult Services calendar
- No weekends, no overnights, and no on-call rotation Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid training and professional development
- Pathway to BCBA certification, including tuition assistance and supervised fieldwork
- Same pay rate for billing and non-billing hours with full-time hours guaranteed
- Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement