Behavior Technician (ESN)

Benchmark Human Services company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Referral Bonuses

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading service provider in the United States is seeking Direct Support Professionals/Behavior Technicians in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This role involves developing support plans, engaging individuals in activities, and providing behavioral support. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, experience with individuals with disabilities, and a valid driver's license. Competitive wages and flexible shifts are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individual support plans.
• Implement behavior support plans consistently.
• Provide positive behavioral supports.
• Engage individuals in preferred in-home activities.
• Assist in community activities.
• Provide transportation using personal vehicle.
• Model appropriate behavior and interactions.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk frequently.

Skills

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Behavioral support strategies

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Job description

Overview

Benchmark Human Services is a national leader in programs for individuals with disabilities and mental illness. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP)/Behavior Technicians to help people feel safe, build healthy relationships, engage at all times, and model appropriate behavior.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Various shifts and locations
• Referral Bonuses
• Advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individual support plans.
• Implement behavior support plans, replacement behavior trials, and reinforcement plans consistently.
• Provide positive behavioral supports according to individual BSPs and reinforce socially appropriate behavior.
• Engage individuals in preferred in-home activities continuously.
• Assist individuals in planning and participating in community activities regularly.
• Provide transportation to clients for daily activities using personal vehicle as directed.
• Participate in incident debriefing to determine factors leading to behavior and develop appropriate staff interactions.
• Model appropriate behavior and interactions with individuals.
• Lift up to 50 pounds up to 33% of the time, stand and walk 67% to 100% of the time.
• Contact HR for a full and complete list.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (some college preferred).
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral needs, and mental health conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Apply

Interested candidates can apply online at BenchmarkHS.com/Careers.

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.