Behavior Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

TOTAL Programs is seeking Community Integration Specialists and Behavior Intervention Specialists to provide services in the San Gabriel Valley.

Summary: Teaching adaptive and functional skills to individuals with developmental disabilities. Incorporating those skills to become active members of their community while modifying their behaviors associated with a diagnosis of Autism.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe and healthy community environment for clients and community members.
• Teach the client adaptive and functional skills according to the goal domain areas focused on community integration.
• Implement individualized support plans for clients with specialized support.
• Transport clients in personal automobiles (personal automobiles must meet the insurance qualifications and drivers must meet drivers’ license checks).
• Complete appropriate documentation of the client’s progress.
• Maintain professional behavior as outlined by company policies.

Requirements: Must be 21 years of age.

• Must have working technology (computer, cell phone, working email).
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities for a minimum of 1 year.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of ABA principles after 6-week introductory period.
• Ability to stand, reach, stoop, and regularly lift 30-40 pounds throughout assigned shift.
• Able to endure physical activities including, but not limited to walking, recreational sports, etc. In cases of behavior outburst, community specialist needs to be physically capable of using NCPI techniques, including physical control positions.
• TB Clearance, Clean Driving Record.
• Must be able to pass background.
• Implement CPR and First Aid techniques during crisis situations.
• Driving requirements 20-30 minutes.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Full-Time position hours can be from the hours of 7:00-5:00 pm
• Part-time position hours are in the late afternoons, 3 pm to 7 or 8 pm.
• Must be able to work 3-4 weekdays and 1 weekend day.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• 4-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road