Behavior Support Specialist - Community Living Advocate

VOA Mid-States; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Mid-States is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to provide training, assistance and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral challenges in Walton, KY. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, implement behavior support plans, and help participants engage in community life.

Flex scheduling and a commitment to dignity, integrity and diversity are required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED. Some college preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities with behavioral needs and mental health conditions.
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance.
• Experience providing care; toileting, bathing, etc. preferred.
• Previous experience working with clients with high behaviors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and positive implementation of individual’s plans.
• Facilitate consistent implementation of the Behavior Support Plan (BSP) and Individual Specific Training (IST); implementing behavioral procedures as outlined to teach replacement skills and reduction of problematic behaviors through prevention and intervention while utilizing positive behavioral supports.
• Respond to emergency situations as trained utilizing all aspects of the Mandatory Training.
• Implement relational Mandatory training continuously to ensure a positive, engaged and therapeutic environment.
• Implement Technical Mandatory training only when safety is compromised (ex: physical aggression, dangerous self-injurious behavior and dangerous property destruction) per training and only as needed.
• Assist persons supported in exploring interests and hobbies of their choice that can connect them to their community.
• Engage individuals in preferred in home activities continuously. This requires staff to be attentive to individuals and the environment at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Job description

Volunteers of America Mid-States is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to provide training, assistance and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral challenges in Walton, KY. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, implement behavior support plans, and help participants engage in community life.

Flex scheduling and a commitment to dignity, integrity and diversity are required.