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Keystone Human Services
Southbury, Connecticut

Behavioral Health Professional

Behavioral HealthFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60k

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Posted 58m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Key Human Services; a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services is seeking a full time Behavioral Health Professional to join our team in supporting adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disability.

As a Behavioral Health Professional, you will promote person-centered care, develop behavioral support plans, and enhance the independence and well-being of the people we serve.

Behavioral Health Professionals earn $60,000 per year and have access to a competitive benefits package.

Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more!

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized behavioral support plans
  • Promote Person-Centered Planning and Positive Approaches to skill development
  • Assist in designing teaching strategies that foster independence, responsibility, and autonomy
  • Utilize effective data collection systems to measure outcomes and improve program effectiveness
  • Train staff in treatment plan implementation and monitor clinical data for effectiveness
  • Provide education and training on relevant clinical topics to enhance staff knowledge
  • Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure ethical, evidence-based practices
  • Participate in inter-agency coordination and foster constructive relationships with allied providers
  • Maintain professional relationships with individuals served, their families, and team members
  • Stay informed on human services regulations, behavior change techniques, and treatment of challenging behaviors or dual diagnoses

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or Gerontology or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • One year of postgraduate experience in behavioral treatment for individuals with IDD
  • Ability to respond effectively in high-stress or critical situations
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to interpret and apply written information
  • Intermediate computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and learn web-based systems
  • Valid driver’s license and access to properly insured vehicle
  • Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavioral Support PlanningOutcome MeasurementStaff TrainingClinical Data MonitoringDual Diagnosis Support

Behavioral Health Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$60k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $58k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

What does the Behavioral Health market look like in Connecticut?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$58k in purchasing powerConnecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Behavioral Health listings in Connecticut15 active790 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Behavioral Health pay trend+9.8% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
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About Keystone Human Services

Individual and Family Services
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
401K
Career Advancement
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Programs

Living in Southbury

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$492k≈ 8.2× annual pay
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.