Behavioral Specialist (Part-Time)
About The Position
Community Options, Inc., a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states, is hiring a part-time Behavioral Specialist to support individuals in the Charleston/Summerville, South Carolina area. The role is suited to professionals experienced in behavioral assessments, developing behavior support plans (BSPs), training Direct Support Staff (DSP), and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve quality of life for individuals with complex behavioral support needs. The Behavioral Specialist uses evidence-based practices and person-centered approaches to promote skill development and independence and reduce challenging behaviors in community settings.
Requirements
- Master's degree and one year of experience developing behavior support plans and teaching staff to implement them.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Complete all state- and agency-required training in accordance with state guidelines.
- Understanding of and commitment to community-based supports for persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operations.
- Experience solving problems across multiple priorities.
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
- Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Successful completion of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing checks is a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Observe and interact with individuals.
- Create prevention plans and support plans.
- Complete functional assessments.
- Train staff on implementing plans.
- Prepare progress reports for an individual's immediate support group.
- Serve as an active member of each person's Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), including participating in Individual Habilitation Plan development.
- Attend staff meetings at various locations.
- Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
- Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
- Generous paid time off.
- Employee incentive and discount programs.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Career growth opportunities.
- University partnerships that include tuition reduction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
