Intensive Behavior Support Professional

Life's WORC•Garden City, NY

5d•$22 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

Life's WORC has been providing high-quality services and support to people with intellectual disabilities and autism for over 50 years. We currently support over 2,000 individuals across our residential locations and community programs. We offer our employees excellent, affordable benefits, paid training, and opportunities for advancement. Life's WORC is committed to hiring diverse talent and creating a culture of equity. We are an EEO Employer.

Requirements

Minimum two years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Working knowledge of OPWDD regulations
High School Diploma required
Current SCIP Certification required
Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

NYS OPWDD programs experience

Responsibilities

Serves as a role model in the implementation of complex behavior support plans.
Demonstrates competency in crisis prevention strategies, ABC data collection methods, and positive reinforcement principals.
Offers new employee training and guidance specific to behavioral interventions as requested.
Possesses an in-depth knowledge of treatment plans, and offers feedback to the Behavior Intervention Specialist regarding enhancement modifications.
Assumes a proactive, team oriented role during a crisis situation when implementing behavioral intervention strategies.
Assists the Management team in managing crisis situations that may involve the police, emergency services, psychiatric hospital admissions, etc.
Ensures proper safety protocols are followed when physical interventions are implemented.