Behavioral Support Technician | Crisis Services
About The Position
Build valuable behavioral-support experience while helping people with disabilities live safer, more independent and meaningful lives. The Arc of the Ozarks is hiring Behavioral Support Technicians for our Crisis Services team. You'll provide hands-on support to individuals with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and significant behavioral support needs. Some individuals may experience behavioral escalations, including verbal or physical aggression. You'll receive training in crisis prevention, de-escalation and individualized support strategies—and you will not be handling these situations alone. Our Crisis Services program uses a 2:1 staffing model, with two team members supporting one individual. This can be a strong opportunity whether you already have experience in human services or are looking to enter the field and build new skills.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Weekend availability
- Ability to attend required weekday/daytime training during the first two weeks
- Valid driver's license, legally registered and insured vehicle available for work
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Class E driver's license when required to operate an Arc vehicle
- Ability to follow individualized support and safety plans
- Ability to remain calm, communicate professionally and work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including standing, stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, behavioral or mental-health needs, or significant behavioral support needs. Related experience may come from direct support, caregiving, behavioral health, ABA, residential services, healthcare, mental health, special education or other human-services settings.
Responsibilities
- Support daily living skills such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, cleaning, grocery shopping and community activities
- Teach and reinforce communication, coping and independent-living skills
- Follow individualized behavior-support and crisis-prevention plans
- Recognize signs of escalation and use trained verbal de-escalation and redirection strategies
- Provide calm, consistent support during challenging behavioral situations
- Observe and document behaviors, progress and significant events
- Support individuals at home and in the community
- Collaborate with teammates, supervisors and other members of each individual's support team
- Help maintain a safe, respectful and person-centered environment
Benefits
- Paid training and certifications
- Experience-based starting wages
- Potential annual wage increases
- Retirement plan with employer match of up to 4% after one year
- Opportunities for advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
