Lead Behavior Support Specialist

Upland, United States | Posted on 03/16/2026 Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations Salary $35.00 - $40.00 per hour City Upland State/Province California Country United States Job Description Joina mission that moves. Empowering Pathways 365 (EP365) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing inclusive therapeutic recreation, adaptive sports, and wellness programming exclusively for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across the Inland Empire. We believe sports are not a temporary event — they are a lifestyle. We are growing, and we are looking for leaders who believe that too. About the Role The Lead Behavioral Support Specialist (Lead BSS) is the on-site leader of EP365's behavioral support team during adaptive sports and inclusive recreation sessions. You will serve as the highest-level behavioral support presence at your assigned facility, providing direct 1:1, 1:3, and 1:5 support to participants while leading and guiding BSS staff during sessions. This is not a sideline role. You are in the session, with the participants, setting the tone for the team and the quality of care our clients receive. What You'll Do Serve as the behavioral support site lead during assigned EP365 adaptive sports and recreation sessions Provide direct participant support at 1:1, 1:3, and 1:5 ratios depending on program need Lead, model, and guide BSS team members during sessions to ensure consistent, high-quality support Implement individualized behavior support strategies aligned to each participant's ISP goals and IPP Monitor and document participant behavior, engagement, and progress during and after sessions Ensure all EP365 programming standards are upheld — including water breaks every 15 minutes and the protected 15-minute end-of-session documentation window Communicate any behavioral incidents, concerns, or observations to the Director of Behavioral Supports in a timely manner Maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment for all participants Requirements What We're Looking For Experience providing behavioral support to individuals with IDD in a structured or recreational setting Strong understanding of behavior support strategies, ISP goals, and person-centered practices Comfortable working across multiple adaptive sports and recreational programs — not limited to one sport Proven Leader 3+ Years who can guide a team while staying hands-on with participants Reliable, punctual, and organized — sessions start on time and documentation gets done DDS-trained or willingness to complete DDS training prior to first session CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Why EP365 Be part of a growing, mission-driven nonprofit serving a community that deserves excellent care Work in dynamic, active environments — adaptive sports, recreation, and movement-based programming Leadership opportunity —you are the site lead, not just a support staff member Make a real, visible impact on the confidence, skills, and community of the people you serve #J-18808-Ljbffr Empowering Pathways 365