Behavior Support Technician - Renovations

The ARC of The Ozarks Inc; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of the Ozarks, Springfield, MO, is seeking a Behavior Support Technician to help individuals with disabilities live more independently and engage with their communities. The role offers full-time, part-time, and float team opportunities with starting pay of $21.00 per hour.

You will provide daily support with activities of daily living, assist with meal prep and budgeting, implement personal plans, and help individuals pursue meaningful activities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to stand, stoop, lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull.
• Willing to complete CPR, First Aid, MANDT, and other required training.
• Exhibits good judgment and adapts to changing assignments and situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support with personal care and activities of daily living (dressing, bathing, hygiene, laundry, cleaning).
• Assist with grocery shopping, meal preparation, and managing personal funds.
• Implement individual personal plans and help individuals reach their goals.
• Observe, document, and report changes in physical, emotional, and behavioral status.
• Use behavior support, crisis intervention, and prevention techniques.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment.
• Assist with medication administration after completing required certification.
• Support participation in vocational, domestic, recreational, and community activities.
• Build positive relationships with individuals served, families/guardians, coworkers, and other team members.
• Assist with training new employees and contribute to a positive team environment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18+ years old

Good judgment

Effective communication

Documentation skills

Reliability & punctuality

Licensed driver

Physical ability (lift 50 lbs)

CPR/First Aid/MANDT training

Job description

Behavior Support Technician - RenovationsThe Arc of the Ozarks – Springfield, MO Starting Pay: $21.00/HourExperience-based wages are available!Full-Time | Part-Time | Float Team Opportunities AvailableAre you passionate about helping individuals with disabilities live more independently and be active members of their community? Join The Arc of the Ozarks as a Behavior Support Technician!As a Behavior Support Technician, you will provide support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, behavioral or psychiatric diagnoses, and/or autism spectrum disorders in a residential setting. You’ll help individuals build daily living skills, participate in their communities, and work toward greater independence.What You'll DoProvide daily support with personal care and activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, hygiene, laundry, and cleaning.Support individuals with grocery shopping, meal preparation, and managing personal funds.Implement individual personal plans and support individuals in reaching their goals.Observe, document, and report changes in physical, emotional, and behavioral status.Use behavior support, crisis intervention, and prevention techniques.Help maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment.Assist with medication administration after completing required certification.Support individuals in participating in meaningful vocational, domestic, recreational, and community activities.Build positive relationships with individuals served, families/guardians, coworkers, and other members of the support team.Assist with training new employees and contribute to a positive team environment.What We're Looking ForWe're looking for individuals who are passionate about working with people with disabilities and helping them become more independent. The ideal candidate is someone who:Is at least 18 years old.Has a high school diploma or equivalent.Can exercise good judgment and adapt to changing assignments and situations.Respects individuals with disabilities and advocates for their rights.Is willing to learn and apply behavior support and crisis intervention techniques.Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.Can maintain accurate documentation and records.Has reliable attendance and punctuality.Is a licensed and insured driver.Can stand, stoop, lift up to 50 lbs., and push/pull items.Is willing to complete required CPR, First Aid, MANDT, medication administration, and other required training.Why Join The Arc of the Ozarks?This is more than just a job — you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of the people we support. You'll help individuals develop skills, make choices, participate in their communities, and work toward greater independence.We're looking for team members who are compassionate, dependable, open to feedback, and willing to continue learning and growing. Location: Springfield, MO Starting Pay: $21.00/hour Experience-Based Wages: Available Opportunities: Full-Time, Part-Time, and Float TeamApply today and join The Arc of the Ozarks!