Behavior Support Specialist- Lincoln
Hands of Heartland•Lincoln, NE
•$0 - $17•Onsite
About The Position
Hands of Heartland is seeking dependable and compassionate Behavioral Support Specialists to work with individuals with developmental disabilities who have behavioral challenges. We have been supporting people with developmental disabilities in Nebraska since 1997 and value our team members. We offer highly competitive wages and benefits.
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 to 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 preferred.
- Current CNAs are paid more and offered CEUs to keep CNA active while working as a BSS.
Responsibilities
- Provide services to address the wants and needs of people with developmental disabilities, which may include:
- Supporting personal goals
- Administering medications
- Planning and preparing meals
- Assisting with activities of daily living
- Transporting to and from day program and community outings
- Reinforcing therapies, including speech, behavioral support, and physical therapy
- Ensuring all needs are addressed in a respectful manner with dignity and personal choice
- Completing and maintaining required documentation on a web-based system
Benefits
- Highly competitive wages
- 7 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time team members
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
