Behavior Support Specialist - Development Disabilities

VOA Mid-States; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

403b retirement plan with company fund

Job summary

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is seeking staff to provide training, assistance and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral challenges. You will implement plans, respond to crises, and work within an interdisciplinary team to expand opportunities and community participation.

You will flex schedules as needed, treat individuals with dignity, and uphold integrity and diversity in service delivery.

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 Drivers 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.
• Provide transportation, utilizing VOA agency vehicles, to persons supported for daily activities.
• Sserve as a mentor to persons supported and provide on‑going coaching and encouragement.
• Teach meaningful daily living skills that increase independence, recreation, and socialization in the life of the individuals we support.
• Advocate for the needs, interests, and support of the person in your care.
• Complete all required documentation, including but not limited to, daily support notes, charting, behavior data collection, etc.
• Attend and be an active participant in scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Provide communication regarding individual, home, or work related needs to supervisor/nurse/Behavior Consultant (BC) in a timely manner.
• Assist with personal care as required. Individuals should be clean, presentable and in clothing that is appropriate.
• Pass medications per physician’s orders, as trained by VOA nurse, and notify the supervisor of any medication issues or medication errors.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Complete safety drills and Emergency Preparedness activities as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Strong desire to make a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of different backgrounds.
• Displays patience during crises and a maintain a positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills with an ability to communicate in a productive and professional manner.
• Ability to implement plans and Mandatory training while dealing with physical aggression/elopement and other behaviors.
• Ability to apply learned skills across situations and environments to increase client success.
• Pass all training that requires competency testing.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition, housekeeping, meal preparation, personal hygiene, etc.
• Basic computer skills; ability to document as required in electronic health record systems, utilize payroll system, etc.
• Maintain current certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read documents and written instructions: ability to write and maintain records.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to stoop, kneel and lift (25 lbs.) safely to complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Valid Drivers License and Auto 保险

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Job description

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is seeking staff to provide training, assistance and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral challenges. You will implement plans, respond to crises, and work within an interdisciplinary team to expand opportunities and community participation.

You will flex schedules as needed, treat individuals with dignity, and uphold integrity and diversity in service delivery.