Behavior Support Specialist- Lincoln

Hands of Heartland • Lincoln, NE

2d • $0 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Hands of Heartland is seeking dependable, compassionate Behavioral Support Specialists in Lincoln, Nebraska, to work with individuals with developmental disabilities who have behavioral challenges. The organization has supported people with developmental disabilities in Nebraska since 1997. Starting pay is $18 per hour, with higher pay based on experience and education. Current CNAs may receive higher pay, and CEUs are offered to help keep CNA certification active while working as a BSS. Registered Behavioral Technicians are welcome to apply.

The role supports individuals’ needs and personal goals, including daily living, medication administration, meals, transportation, and participation in therapies and community activities. Specialists must respect each person’s dignity and personal choices and maintain required documentation using a web-based system. Scheduled evening shifts are 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Working every other weekend is required; those shifts may be during the day, evening, or overnight.

Requirements

• Ability to be certified in enhanced behavioral intervention.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current automobile insurance.
• Ability to pass registry and background checks.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds as needed.
• Ability to use verbal and physical intervention to redirect and/or complete an emergency safety intervention with a person who is physically aggressive or self-abusive.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience or a degree/certification related to behavioral health is preferred.
• Current CNA certification; higher pay is offered for current CNAs.
• Registered Behavioral Technicians are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals’ personal goals and address their wants and needs.
• Administer medications.
• Plan and prepare meals.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Transport individuals to and from day programs and community outings.
• Reinforce therapies, including speech, behavioral support, and physical therapy.
• Address individuals’ needs respectfully, preserving dignity and personal choice.
• Complete and maintain required documentation on a web-based system.
• Use verbal and physical intervention to redirect individuals or complete emergency safety interventions when needed.

Benefits

• Seven paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time team members.
• CEUs to help keep CNA certification active while working as a BSS.
• Starting pay of $18 per hour, with higher pay based on experience and education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed