Behavior Support Specialist- Lincoln

Hands Of Heartland Inc; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement for full-time team members

Job summary

Hands Of Heartland Inc. is seeking a compassionate full-time Behavior Support Specialist in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role involves supporting individuals with developmental disabilities facing behavioral challenges.

Applicants should ideally have two years of experience or relevant degrees. The position offers competitive wages starting at $17.00/hour, with additional pay available based on experience and education.

The Behavior Support Specialist works evenings with required weekend shifts and provides essential personal support and intervention.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience or a degree/certification related to behavioral health preferred.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance required.
• Ability to pass registry and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Support personal goals of individuals.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities.
• Transport individuals to day programs and community outings.
• Reinforce therapies including speech and behavioral support.
• Ensure respectful treatment and dignity.
• Complete and maintain required documentation.

Skills

Behavioral intervention certification

Experience with developmental disabilities

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Verbal and physical intervention

Education

Degree or certification related to behavioral health

Job description

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Behavior Support Specialist- Lincoln

Full Time Professional Lincoln, NE, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1933

Looking for dependable, compassionate Behavioral Support Specialists to work individuals with developmental disabilities who have some behavioral challenges. Preferred applicants will have at least two years of related experience, or a degree/certification related to behavioral health.

Hands of Heartland has been supporting people with developmental disabilities in Nebraska since 1997. We value our team members and offer highly competitive wages and benefits, including 7 paid holidays and tuition reimbursement for full-time team members.

Starting pay is $17.00/hour. We pay more based on experience and education. We also pay more for current CNAs and offer CEUs to keep CNA active while working as a BSS.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting personal goals
• Administering medications
• Planning and preparing meals
• Assisting with activities of daily living
• Transporting to and from day program and community outings
• Reinforcing therapies, including speech, behavioral support, and physical therapy
• Ensuring all needs are addressed in a respectful manner with dignity and personal choice
• Completing and maintaining required documentation on a web-based system

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Ability to be certified in enhanced behavioral intervention
• Valid driver's license
• Current automobile insurance
• Ability to pass registry and background checks
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds as needed
• Ability to use verbal and physical intervention to redirect and/or to complete an emergency safety intervention with a person who is physically aggressive or self-abusive
• Two years of related experience or a degree/certification related to behavioral health preferred.

Hours:

• Evenings 3:00pm-11:00pm, or 2:00pm-10:00pm
• Additional Shifts: Working every other weekend is required, but hours could be day, evening, or overnight.