Behavior Support Specialist, Behavior Day Services
About The Position
Join the BuildAbility Team as a Behavior Support Specialist Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Do you prefer being out in the community rather than confined to a desk? Currently, we're on the lookout for Behavior Support Specialists to lend support to participants in our Behavior Management Day Program. Why work with us: Meaningful Mission: Be a part of a team that's transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality. Inclusive Environment: Join an organization that values diversity, anti-racism, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $20.00 - $21.00/hour, along with a generous benefits package for full-time staff. If our values align with yours, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you! Our Behavior Day Services: This is our site-based day program where we serve adults with developmental disabilities. Behavior Support Specialists work in a ratio to focus on developing positive behavioral responses, socialization, pre-vocational skills, and exploration of interests. This program also includes community access for people who have developed the skills needed to explore the community safely.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
- Understanding of behavior modification and de-escalation techniques.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be able to meet Community Care Licensing requirements to pass a Department of Justice criminal background clearance.
- Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and working in a behavior management program.
- CPI Certified.
- CPR/First Aid Certified.
- Fluent in Spanish.
- ASL knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Implementing participant services and training based on functional behavioral assessments and Individual Service Plans.
- Providing opportunities for participants to develop socialization/interpersonal communication skills and practice self-regulation/coping techniques.
- Assisting individuals with aspects of daily living, including but not limited to: feeding, toileting, and dressing in compliance with hygiene curriculum.
- Providing hands-on training, observation, and evaluation of the participant's pre-vocational skills and finding educational opportunities or classes to assist them in further development.
- Using a digital client service platform to accurately record all data, progress notes, session comments, concerns, and action plans for each session/unit of service.
Benefits
- 90% coverage for Medical and 100% coverage for Dental and Vision insurance
- 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for up to 2X the annual salary with Reliance Standard
- Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
- 56 hours of paid sick leave
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Mileage Reimbursement
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity for Career Advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
