Behavior Support Specialist — Transform Lives in the Community

Buildability; San Fernando (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical 90% coverage

Dental insurance 100% coverage

Vision insurance 100% coverage

Paid vacation

Sick leave 56 hours

12 paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Career advancement

Job summary

BuildAbility is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to assist adults with developmental disabilities in our day program. The role emphasizes community-based work, training per ISP and behavioral plans, and helping participants build daily living and social skills.

You will use a digital platform to document progress and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a site-based program in San Fernando, CA. Competitive benefits accompany full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Understanding of behavior modification and de‑escalation techniques.
• Strong interpersonal skills with participants, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Implement participant services and training based on functional behavioral assessments and Individual Service Plans.
• Foster socialization and self-regulation skills in participants.
• Assist with daily living activities and hygiene curriculum.
• Provide hands-on training, observation and evaluation of pre-vocational skills.
• Record data, progress notes and plans using a digital client service platform.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

De-escalation techniques

Behavior modification knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

BuildAbility is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to assist adults with developmental disabilities in our day program. The role emphasizes community-based work, training per ISP and behavioral plans, and helping participants build daily living and social skills.

You will use a digital platform to document progress and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a site-based program in San Fernando, CA. Competitive benefits accompany full-time employment.