Behavior Support Specialist

Behavior Support Specialist

Duties: In this role, you'll work with people with developmental disabilities and a team of skilled professionals to develop and implement behavior intervention strategies to ensure the best possible outcomes for the people we support.

The Organization: Since 1967, the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities has been serving the people of Licking County. Today, we employ over 100 staff members and work with over 2000 individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. In addition, we offer:

• Highly competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience
• Great benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
• Paid time off, flexible scheduling and the ability to work remotely after six months
• 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Our Location: We're located at 116 N. 22nd Street in Newark, OH, a quick 30 minute drive from Columbus, Zanesville, Lancaster, Mt. Vernon and the Buckeye Lake area.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or graduate level degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Education or a related field and have at least three years of paid, full time (or equivalent part time) experience in developing and or implementing behavioral support and / or risk reduction strategies or plans. Must be well organized, detail oriented and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Most importantly, candidate must have the passion and enthusiasm to make a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities using ethical and evidence based practices.

The Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.