Behavior Support Specialist, Behavior Day Services

buildability; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

90% coverage for Medical insurance

100% coverage for Dental and Vision insurance

Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year

56 hours of paid sick leave

Mileage Reimbursement

403(b) retirement savings plan

Opportunity for Career Advancement

Job summary

Join BuildAbility in Saint Charles as a Behavior Support Specialist to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. You'll help implement personalized services and support, encouraging positive behavioral responses and daily living skills.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills and a high school diploma. Competitive compensation starts at $20.00 - $22.00 per hour along with comprehensive benefits including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive manner.
• Understanding of behavior modification and de-escalation techniques.
• Must be able to meet Community Care Licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implementing participant services and training based on functional behavioral assessments.
• Providing opportunities for participants to develop socialization and coping skills.
• Assisting with daily living activities.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Understanding of behavior modification

Ability to interact positively with individuals with disabilities

Ability to pass a Department of Justice criminal background clearance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Digital client service platform

California Driver’s License

Job description

Join the BuildAbility Team as a Behavior Support Specialist

Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Do you prefer being out in the community rather than confined to a desk? Currently, we're on the lookout for Behavior Support Specialists to lend support to participants in our Behavior Management Day Program.

Why work with us:

• Meaningful Mission:Be a part of a team that's transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
• Inclusive Environment:Join an organization that values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $20.00 - $22.00/hour, along with a generous benefits package for full-time staff.
• If our values align with yours, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

Our Behavior Day Services:

• This is our site-based day program where we serve adults with developmental disabilities. Behavior Support Specialistswork in a ratio to focus on developing positive behavioral responses, socialization, pre-vocational skills, and exploration of interests.
• This program also includes community access for people who have developed the skills needed to explore the community safely.

As a Behavior Support Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Implementing participant services and training based on functional behavioral assessments and Individual Service Plans.
• Providing opportunities for participants to develop socialization/interpersonal communication skills and practice self-regulation/coping techniques.
• Assisting individuals with aspects of daily living, including but not limited to: feeding, toileting, and dressing in compliance with hygiene curriculum.
• Providing hands‑on training, observation, and evaluation of the participant's pre-vocational skills and finding educational opportunities or classes to assist them in further development.
• Using a digital client service platform to accurately record all data, progress notes, session comments, concerns, and action plans for each session/unit of service.

Schedule:

• Full‑time (33‑35hrs)
• Monday to Friday (8:00/8:30 a.m. - 3:30/4:00 p.m.)

Work location:

• San Fernando CA, 91340

Compensation:

• Starting at $20.00 - $21.00 /hour (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Benefits (Full‑Time Staff):

• 90% coverage for Medical and 100% coverage for Dental and Vision insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for up to 2X the annual salary with Reliance Standard
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• 56 hours of paid sick leave12paid holidays per year
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity for Career Advancement

Required Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• Understanding of behavior modification and de‑escalation techniques.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to meet Community Care Licensing requirements to pass a Department of Justice criminal background clearance.
• Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and working in a behavior management program.
• CPI Certified.
• CPR/First Aid Certified.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• ASL knowledge.

BuildAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to anti‑racism, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace environment, stakeholder engagement, and client support.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.