Behavior Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to join our team! You will provide services in an individual settings, supporting one client in meeting the demands of independence.

****Screening questions are REQUIRED to be answered if you want to be considered.  ANY questions not answered will automatically disqualify you from consideration. *****

Responsibilities:

• Establish open lines of communication for client and other staff;

• Offer assistance to client to meet individual needs and when attempting to perform basic life skills and ordinary household tasks;

• Provide prevention-oriented education to client and community members;

• Implement and review treatment plan and Individyap Service Plan and implement strategies to meet specific goals;

• Collaborate with additional providers and agencies

• Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in mental health, acute psychiatric car, behavior support, or other related fields

• Familiarity with community resources

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

• Ability to build rapport with client

• Strong leadership qualities

• Exceptional reliability

 

Company Description

Compass Rose Ranch is a Supported Living Services Agency that serves El Dorado County

What is SLS ?

SLS provides customized, 1:1 or 2:1 support to help a person live in:
\t•\ttheir own apartment
\t•\ttheir own house
\t•\ta rented room
\t•\tor a place they choose

It’s NOT a congregate facility — it’s community-based support in the client’s own home.

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What SLS Does

Staff help with anything the person cannot safely do alone, such as:

Daily living
\t•\tbathing, hygiene, dressing
\t•\tcooking and meal prep
\t•\thousehold chores
\t•\tshopping
\t•\ttransportation

Health & safety
\t•\tmedication support
\t•\tmedical appointments
\t•\tmonitoring behaviors
\t•\tkeeping the person safe at home and in the community

Behavioral support
\t•\tcrisis intervention
\t•\tcalming strategies
\t•\tpreventing self-harm or aggression
\t•\thelping the client regulate emotions

Life skills
\t•\tbudgeting
\t•\tpaying bills
\t•\tlearning routines
\t•\tbuilding independence over time

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What Makes SLS Different from Other Programs

✔️ It is individualized

Every client has their own plan, staff, schedule, and support model.

✔️ It promotes maximum independence

The goal is NOT to “take over,” but to help the person do as much as possible on their own.

✔️ It can be 24/7, but does not have to be

Hours range from a few hours a week to full 24/7 staffing, including awake or asleep overnight if needed.

✔️ It is client-directed

The adult receiving services has choice and control, unless they have a conservator.

✔️ It serves people with more complex needs, including:
\t•\tautism
\t•\tintellectual disabilities
\t•\tmedical fragility
\t•\tbehavioral challenges
\t•\tpsychiatric conditions of

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What SLS is NOT
\t•\tIt is NOT a group home
\t•\tIt is NOT ILS (which is lighter support)
\t•\tIt is NOT meant to be short-term babysitting
\t•\tIt is NOT a crisis home (though crisis support is part of it)

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How SLS Is Funded

Funded by: Regional Center (Lanterman Act)
Client pays nothing.

SLS agencies bill hourly for staff time and a small amount for management/administration.

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The Goal of SLS

To allow adults with disabilities to:
\t•\tstay in the community
\t•\tavoid institutionalization
\t•\tlive safely
\t•\tdevelop independence
\t•\thave a meaningful life with choice and dignity

Company Description

Compass Rose Ranch is a Supported Living Services Agency that serves El Dorado County\n\n What is SLS ?\n\nSLS provides customized, 1:1 or 2:1 support to help a person live in:\n\t•\ttheir own apartment\n\t•\ttheir own house\n\t•\ta rented room\n\t•\tor a place they choose\n\nIt’s NOT a congregate facility — it’s community-based support in the client’s own home.\n\n⸻\n\n What SLS Does\n\nStaff help with anything the person cannot safely do alone, such as:\n\nDaily living\n\t•\tbathing, hygiene, dressing\n\t•\tcooking and meal prep\n\t•\thousehold chores\n\t•\tshopping\n\t•\ttransportation\n\nHealth & safety\n\t•\tmedication support\n\t•\tmedical appointments\n\t•\tmonitoring behaviors\n\t•\tkeeping the person safe at home and in the community\n\nBehavioral support\n\t•\tcrisis intervention\n\t•\tcalming strategies\n\t•\tpreventing self-harm or aggression\n\t•\thelping the client regulate emotions\n\nLife skills\n\t•\tbudgeting\n\t•\tpaying bills\n\t•\tlearning routines\n\t•\tbuilding independence over time\n\n⸻\n\n What Makes SLS Different from Other Programs\n\n✔️ It is individualized\n\nEvery client has their own plan, staff, schedule, and support model.\n\n✔️ It promotes maximum independence\n\nThe goal is NOT to “take over,” but to help the person do as much as possible on their own.\n\n✔️ It can be 24/7, but does not have to be\n\nHours range from a few hours a week to full 24/7 staffing, including awake or asleep overnight if needed.\n\n✔️ It is client-directed\n\nThe adult receiving services has choice and control, unless they have a conservator.\n\n✔️ It serves people with more complex needs, including:\n\t•\tautism\n\t•\tintellectual disabilities\n\t•\tmedical fragility\n\t•\tbehavioral challenges\n\t•\tpsychiatric conditions of\n\n⸻\n\n What SLS is NOT\n\t•\tIt is NOT a group home\n\t•\tIt is NOT ILS (which is lighter support)\n\t•\tIt is NOT meant to be short-term babysitting\n\t•\tIt is NOT a crisis home (though crisis support is part of it)\n\n⸻\n\n How SLS Is Funded\n\nFunded by: Regional Center (Lanterman Act)\nClient pays nothing.\n\nSLS agencies bill hourly for staff time and a small amount for management/administration.\n\n⸻\n\n The Goal of SLS\n\nTo allow adults with disabilities to:\n\t•\tstay in the community\n\t•\tavoid institutionalization\n\t•\tlive safely\n\t•\tdevelop independence\n\t•\thave a meaningful life with choice and dignity