Independent Contractor- Behavioral Support Specialist

Devereux•Homestead, PA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This independent contractor opportunity offers the flexibility to work hours that fit your availability while providing meaningful support to individuals in the community. The Together in the Community Program provides community-based support services for adults with autism and developmental disabilities, helping build independence, daily living skills, and meaningful community involvement. We partner with local school districts to support transition-aged students through life-skills development and real-world community experiences that prepare them for greater independence and future employment opportunities.

Requirements

PA Behavior Specialist License (BSL) or master’s degree in social work, psychology, or education
Experience conducting and implementing Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs)/Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs)
Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis
Six (6) months of experience supporting individuals with Autism
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle
If required and part of your assigned cases, a copy of the contractor’s current driver’s license, current vehicle registration and current automobile insurance policy must be submitted with this contract
Maintain a current vehicle inspection, automobile registration, automobile insurance and driver’s license in order to transport consumers for program-related activities
Cease transporting clients and to immediately notify the Director of the Program if he or she falls out of compliance with any of the above requirements

Responsibilities

Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments
Collaborate with participants, team members, and Community Support Professionals to maintain Positive Behavior Support Plans
Provide ongoing assessment, program design, and monitoring of treatment interventions/data collection as well as direct therapy
Provide and submit required documentation of service provision for legal/reimbursement purposes
Input/produce documentation in Devereux’s electronic health record (EHR) system in accordance with Devereux’s procedures
Attend review meetings with Devereux representatives as mandated by federal, state and local laws as well as Devereux
Participate in and submit documentation of training as directed by Devereux and/or mandated by federal, state and/or local laws
Upon request, provide a current and valid driver’s license, current and valid vehicle registration and current and valid automobile insurance policy for the vehicle that will be utilized for rendering services under this Agreement
Secure and maintain current and valid vehicle inspection, registration, insurance and a driver’s license in order to transport consumers for activities pursuant to this Agreement
Immediately cease transporting clients and to immediately notify the Director of the Program if the Contractor falls out of compliance with any of the requirements above