Behavior Support Specialist

OREGON SUPPORTED LIVING PROGRAM•Eugene, OR

19h•$58,240•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Support Specialist provides consultation, assessment, and intervention services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who may present with challenging behaviors. This role emphasizes positive behavior support (PBS), person-centered planning, and collaboration with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to promote safety, independence, and quality of life.

Requirements

Proven abilities in: behavior support planning; developing and implementing behavioral documentation systems in compliance with OARs; application of OARs to specific situations; and an understanding of the ISP process.
OIS Trainer Certification, or the ability to become certified.
Must be able to learn and retain new skills.
Minimum two years college level coursework.
Three years’ experience working with developmentally disabled adults or a closely related social service or mental health field.
Demonstrated skill in community relations
Above average in verbal and written communications. Must be able to read English and write it legibly. Able to perform basic math functions. Must have the ability to analyze, reason, and make decisions.
Experience collaborating with management level teams
Demonstrated experience in supervisor/personnel management, including progressive discipline; coaching; and team building.
Ability to meet the general employment qualifications of OSLP.

Responsibilities

Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBA) and develop individualized positive behavior support plans (PBSP), and associated documents in compliance of the Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR).
Assist/conduct the annual maintenance of behavioral documents (FBA, PBSP, and BDT).
Implement and monitor evidence-based interventions that focus on reducing challenging behavior(s) and work towards building adaptive skills.
Provide training and coaching to staff, families, and caregivers on positive behavior support strategies.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (case managers, therapists, medical providers) to ensure integrated care.
Participate and collaborate with ISP teams and designated person(s) regarding ongoing behavioral needs.
Document services, progress, and outcomes in compliance with Oregon DHS and Medicaid requirements.
Ensure interventions prioritize least intrusive strategies to protect health and safety.
Provide oversight of all restraint application(s) as necessary; remaining up to date and familiar with applicable regulations (review incident reports (GER’s) and behavior data tracking (BDT); review all incidents regarding Safeguarding Intervention/Restraint applications to ensure application oversight).
Maintain professional standards and adhere to Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR 411-304-0170).
Conduct Oregon Intervention Systems (OIS) to agency employees (candidate will have/work towards OIS instructor certification).
Participate as part of the “Program Support Team” in monthly meeting(s) to discuss agency-wide and individual updates, progress reports, problems and concerns regarding persons supported and programs.
Exhibit a commitment to the values of OSLP, including health and safety; community integration; choice and quality of life for all individuals regardless of the type or severity of their disability.
Comply with all other conditions of employment as stated in the OSLP policy and procedures manual.
Other duties as assigned.