Behavior Support Coordinator

Serenity RCF•Portland, OR

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Serenity is seeking a Behavior Support Coordinator to join their team. This role is crucial in integrating person-centered planning, community inclusion, instructional support, and positive behavioral support planning for residents with unique medical and behavioral journeys. The company emphasizes growth and offers opportunities for career advancement, with plans to expand to several other facilities. The Behavior Support Coordinator will work under the guidance of the Executive Director and Program Director in a 25-bed Residential Care Facility that serves individuals with complex behavioral and medical needs.

Requirements

Ability to use Google Drive, email, calendar and other Google services.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations, including OARs.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
A friendly approach with a knack for connecting with people.
Experience with Positive behavior supports, including writing them, updating them, and training on them.
Must pass a DHS Background Check.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a residential program catering to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Experience with crisis cycle and management.
Team player with strong communication skills (both verbal and written in English).
Problem-solving expertise and the ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
Experience (or a keen interest) in working with super special folks with developmental needs.
A cool head in tricky spots and a can-do attitude.
Degree in Special Education, Psychology, or Human Services is desired.
Prior experience in DD or APD group homes.

Responsibilities

Develop person-centered strategies, ensuring community integration and positive behavioral support.
Perform person centered evaluations, write and update positive behavior support plans and ensure thorough documentation as required by State and grant contracts.
Lead the facility's understanding in positive behavioral supports, trauma-informed care, diversity, equity, inclusion, and other vital practices of Residential Supported Living.
Handle client intake/admissions and assessments, as well as transition into and out of the facility.
Lead behavior and crisis response initiatives.
Provide emotional support directly to the residents.
Coordinate with PCPs, case managers, and other staff members at Serenity.
Assess residents and write individualized Behavior Support Plans.
Train staff on these plans, focusing on proactive and reactive strategies based on varied factors influencing the behavior.
Monitor the effectiveness of these plans, ensuring necessary reassessment and revisions as needed.
Participate actively in service planning teams, ensuring cohesion with care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Serve as a direct connection to DHS Case Managers and the Health Services team.
Engage in weekly IDG meetings and perform other duties as required.