Behavior Specialist
Beacon Specialized Living•Eau Claire, WI
•$25 - $30
About The Position
Beacon Specialized Living Services seeks a dedicated and motivated Behavioral Specialist to provide compassionate, person-centered behavioral support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and other complex needs. The specialist helps individuals build skills, achieve personal goals, and improve their quality of life by developing and monitoring individualized behavioral support plans, supporting staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The role advocates for each individual's dignity, independence, safety, and well-being.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Behavioral Health, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or a related field; required or preferred depending on the program and applicable regulations.
- Knowledge of positive behavior support strategies, behavioral assessment, and intervention techniques.
- Strong communication, documentation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and provide constructive guidance to staff.
- Patience, empathy, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed.
- Ability to meet applicable background check, training, and other employment requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, mental health needs, or behavioral challenges.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavioral support plans based on each individual's needs.
- Observe, assess, and document behavioral patterns, progress, and areas of concern.
- Collaborate with direct support professionals, clinical teams, program leadership, and other stakeholders to promote positive outcomes.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and training to staff on effective behavioral interventions and person-centered support strategies.
- Identify triggers and implement proactive strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and promote positive skill development.
- Ensure behavioral interventions are implemented consistently and in accordance with established plans, organizational policies, and applicable regulations.
- Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and required records.
- Advocate for the dignity, independence, safety, and overall well-being of the individuals served.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Competitive compensation and benefits, based on position eligibility.
- Supportive work environment.
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Job Type
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