Behavior Support Specialist: Lead BSP & Staff Training

Beacon Specialized Living; Columbia (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living is seeking a Behavior Specialist to develop and implement Behavior Support Plans, train care teams, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary group to promote positive behaviors for individuals with complex behavioral health needs.

The role emphasizes data analysis, plan adjustment, and thorough documentation while supporting staff in crisis situations and maintaining compliance with program requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working with both mentally ill and intellectually disabled adult populations is preferred.
• Experience with behavioral observations and interventions with complex, high intense/high frequency behaviors is required.
• Skilled in teaching and coaching staff to implement Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
• Approved by the state, federal, and local governmental entities to work within BSLS programs.
• Maintains own mandatory training and certification requirements.
• Required experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Proficient in speaking, reading and writing the English language required.

Responsibilities

• Meets with assigned individuals to assist in the development and implementation of Behavior Support Plans (BSP) under the guidance and approval of a qualified supervisor.
• Acts as a member of a team addressing significant behavioral and/or medical changes in consumers and regularly reviews and revises the Behavior Support Plan (BSP) and any related support guidelines or restrictive procedures plans with input from key persons such as the supported individual, other care team members, and external stakeholders.
• Trains staff directly working with the consumer to implement the BSP; may model how to work with the consumer and directly intervene when challenging behavior occurs. May assist with general training of staff regarding behavior management.
• Participates in monthly clinical/behavioral consultation meetings with residential managers and direct service providers
• Develops and implements multi-site crisis management and behavioral management support services including on-site staff support, as well as hands on crisis management assistance if required. May be available by phone when emergencies occur; may assist in person.
• Provides support and debriefing to staff and individuals supported following incidents, including conducting post-crisis management services reviews and consultation.
• Compiles internal and external reports as required; analyzes data and makes recommendations.
• Maintains comprehensive notes and tracking records as required.
• Participate in team and agency staff meetings and required in service training sessions. Regularly communicates and meets with Supervisor.
• Ensure program records are properly maintained, and reports are prepared and submitted on time, including but not limited to, time and attendance and electronic case records. Enters data into an electronic consumer database each day of work.
• Assists in communicating with family members and friends of the individuals supported as appropriate.
• Participates in inter-agency meetings for the supported individual and assists with the development of outcomes and goals.
• Assists with resident abuse and neglect assessment issues and communicate findings with home manager, compliance, clinical and operations’ leadership. Cooperates regarding investigations and inspections.
• Performs On-Call as required.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Behavioral BSP coaching

Software proficiency

Oral and written communication

Professional employee communications

Independent work

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Beacon Specialized Living is seeking a Behavior Specialist to develop and implement Behavior Support Plans, train care teams, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary group to promote positive behaviors for individuals with complex behavioral health needs.

The role emphasizes data analysis, plan adjustment, and thorough documentation while supporting staff in crisis situations and maintaining compliance with program requirements.