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Behavior Support Specialist

$25 - $30 per hour

Grace Community Care and Homes Inc.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Join Grace Community Care, where we empower individuals to thrive and achieve their full potential through innovative and compassionate support!

Under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst©, The Behavioral Support Specialist is responsible for conducting assessments, developing behavior support plans, and implementing interventions to address challenging behaviors in individuals Age 21+ with developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct behavioral assessments to identify challenging behaviors and determine root causes.
  • Develop structured behavior intervention plans tailored to the individual's needs.
  • Implement behavior plans and provide direct support as needed.
  • Train staff on implementing behavior support strategies and intervention techniques.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of behavior plans, making adjustments as necessary.
  • Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of assessments, progress, and interventions.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align behavioral strategies with the Individualized Service Plan (ISP).

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in  Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, Public Health Counseling , or a related field.
  • At least 1 year of supervised experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Experience in  positive behavior support or  applied behavior analysis (ABA) .
  • Must work under the supervision of a  BCBA or  BCBA-D .
  • Behavioral Specialist Qualifications & Skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in team settings
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certified

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Choose your own hours
  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

  • Please Provide Your Best Email:
  • Are you currently under the supervision of a BCBA or BCBA-D?
  • Do you have at least 1 year of experience working with Adults Age 21+ individuals with developmental disabilities?

Work Location: In person

Benefits

  • Fee for Service: $25-$30 per hour
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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