Behavior Interventionist - Compassionate Adult Support

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services Inc; Hill Farm Estates (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan

Educational support

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc. is seeking Behavior Interventionists to support adults with intellectual disabilities or Autism.

You will work as part of a team to implement Behavioral Support Plans and contribute to skill-building per Individual Support Agreements. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental coverage, an employer-matched retirement plan, and educational support.

Qualifications

• Therapeutic support experience preferred; training available.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Participate as part of a team to initiate activities supporting skill-building per Treatment Plan.
• Navigate maladaptive behaviors and provide behavioral support per individual Behavior Support Plans.
• Assess and adjust the environment to ensure proper support and supervision with calm judgment.
• Develop positive and therapeutic working relationships; support individuals with communication needs.
• Document progress on Individuals Support Agreement goals.
• Provide needed personal and/or medical care.

Skills

Team player

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc. is seeking Behavior Interventionists to support adults with intellectual disabilities or Autism.

You will work as part of a team to implement Behavioral Support Plans and contribute to skill-building per Individual Support Agreements. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental coverage, an employer-matched retirement plan, and educational support.