Adult Day Services: Skills & Behavior Support Specialist

ARC of the St. Johns, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC of the St. Johns, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional in Jacksonville Beach, FL to provide skill acquisition training to participants under supervision.

You will engage participants in classroom activities, monitor safety, and document progress. Duties include implementing behavior management programs, assisting with medication documentation, and coordinating with staff. Certifications in CPR, First Aid, Safety Care, and Medication Training are required or kept current; a Florida

Qualifications

• Certification in CPR, Medication Training and First Aid and kept current.
• Certification in Safety Care and kept current.
• Evidence of good health and negative Covid test.
• A valid Florida Driver's License and proof of insurance.
• Three references of recommendation for the position.
• Be willing to obtain the highest Behavioral Certification as allowed by State guidelines.
• Previous experience in behavior management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides skill acquisition and classroom programming as scheduled.
• Maintains data documentation for participant progress and assessments.
• Assists with preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual documentation of achievements.
• Ensures safety procedures are followed and reports issues to supervisor.
• Assists participants with dispensing medications and related documentation.
• Attends staff meetings and follows licensing requirements.

Skills

Effective written and oral comms

Interpersonal skills

Willingness for Behavioral Cert.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

ARC of the St. Johns, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional in Jacksonville Beach, FL to provide skill acquisition training to participants under supervision.

You will engage participants in classroom activities, monitor safety, and document progress. Duties include implementing behavior management programs, assisting with medication documentation, and coordinating with staff. Certifications in CPR, First Aid, Safety Care, and Medication Training are required or kept current; a Florida