Behavior Support Professional

Futures Community Support Services Inc; Towanda (Bradford County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Futures Community Support Services Inc is seeking a Behavior Support Professional to provide direct and indirect services, identify and transfer skills to staff, families, and programs, and support individuals in home and community settings.

The role requires a Master’s or higher in related fields or a Bachelor’s degree, with preferred experience in developmental disabilities, and a willingness to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education or Gerontology).
• Two to three years of direct work with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavior support planning and crisis intervention for individuals.
• Conduct a comprehensive functional assessment of behavior and monitor plan effectiveness.
• Collaborate with families and team members to develop and update plans and strategies.
• Maintain clear, concise documentation in the agency’s health record system.
• Complete required trainings and incident management reporting in a timely manner.

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, ABA or Gerontology

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, or Gerontology

Job description

Job Description For: Behavior Support ProfessionalReports To: Chief Operating OfficerJob Summary: The Behavior Support Professional will provide direct and indirect services support to Program Specialists, Frontline Supervisors, Direct Support Professionals, Lifesharing Providers, and Individuals receiving services and support through Futures Community Support Services. Primary role of the Behavior Support Professional will be to identify and transfer skills to Direct Support Professional, Frontline Supervisors, Lifesharing Providers, Families, and Program Specialists that will allow them to be more effective in supporting individuals in their home and community.Physical Demands: Must be able to perform the following functions:Physically lift 40-100 pounds unassistedPhysically lift 100 pounds or more assistedReach above head and below kneesEndure repetitive motions with right and left handsReach out as to pull and push a wheelchairMake twisting and bending motions at the waistHave good reaction response to protect personal spaceJob Responsibilities:Have a working knowledge of all agency policies and procedures and ensure compliance.Maintain professional boundaries with the individual, team members, and co-workers.Maintain confidentiality of the individual and their families.Ensure compliance with 6100, 6400, and 6500 regulations along with updated ODP requirements communicated through bulletins and communications as it pertains to Behavior Support.Complete 24 hours of training per year, including mandatory trainings and trainings as assigned by your immediate supervisor or administration.Communicate information, and act as a liaison to provide quality care with supports coordinators, frontline supervisors, families, individuals, lifesharing providers, and external parties.Provide support and problem-solving techniques to program specialists, frontline supervisor, lifesharing providers, and direct support professionals for individuals needing behavior support.Conduct a comprehensive functional assessment of behavior such as aggression, self-injurious behavior, isolation, property destruction, etc.Analyze data collected for the purpose of completing a comprehensive assessment and to monitor effective of behavior support planCollaborate with the individual, family members, and respective team members to develop a behavior support plan that includes positive practices and least restrictive interventions.Collaborate with the individual, family members, and respective team members to develop crisis intervention strategies.Assist with the development and implementation of restrictive procedure plans when necessary.Facilitate, develop, and present training and ongoing support related to the implementation of the behavior support plan, crisis support plan, and comprehensive functional assessment.Monitor and assume responsibility for the development, update, and documentation of behavior support plan and behavior tracking. Documentation should be clear, concise, and reflective of the individual goals outlined in the behavior support plan.Submit required documentation in a timely manner to immediate supervisor and respective team members.Be flexible in meeting the needs of the individuals we support. This flexibility could include evenings, weekends, and holidays.Have a working knowledge of incident management and ensure incidents are reported as requiredActively participate in Futures’ Human Rights Team and Risk Management.Complete required documentation in agency approved electronic health record and ensure compliance of agency policies pertaining to documentation and Futures’ electronic health record.Participate in the coordination of mental health and psychiatric services and supports.Performs any and all related tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisorMedical Physical: The Behavior Support Professional is required to get a pre-employment physical and a physical with a Mantoux TB test every 2 years.Working Conditions: Employee in this position may be expected to work evenings and weekends. Employee is also exposed on a regular basis to individuals who have developmental disabilities and intellectual disabilities which might include the following: physical aggression, self-harm and property destruction The employee is occasionally exposed to individuals who have the potential to be carrying a communicable disease.Valid Driver’s License and High school diploma. Must be a US Citizen and have a clean criminal history. Also must have a Master’s Degree or higher in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis or Gerontology from an accredited college or university. Preferred to have two years of work experience working directly with persons with developmental disabilities.ORA Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social work, Education, or Gerontology an accredited college or university. Preferred to have three years of work experience working directly with persons with developmental disabilities.