Behavioral Specialist

communityoptions; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentive & discount program

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

University partnerships with tuition

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in King of Prussia, PA seeks a Behavioral Specialist to teach skills and support individuals with developmental disabilities in a community setting.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience, plus a valid driver’s license, with duties including planning, staff training, and progress reporting. Starting pay is $55,000 annually and benefits are provided by the nonprofit organization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with one year of experience in developing behavior support plans and training staff to implement plans.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond calmly in crises.

Responsibilities

• Observe and interact with individuals
• Create prevention and support plans
• Complete functional assessments
• Train staff on plan implementation
• Prepare progress reports for the support group
• Participate in IDT and IHP development
• Attend staff meetings across locations
• Assist with other duties as assigned
• Cooperate with inspections and background checks

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Crisis management

Judgment

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring a Behavioral Specialist to provide support in King of Prussia, PA. The Behavioral Specialist uses best practices and technology within a community-based setting to teach people with developmental disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to live as independently as possible. This individual must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with a flexible schedule, and respond to crisis situations. Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance, and support for an individual.

Starting pay is $55,000/annually

Responsibilities

• Observe and interact with individuals
• Create prevention plans and support plans
• Complete functional assessments
• Train staff on implementation of plans
• Prepare progress reports for individual's immediate support group
• Serve as an active member of each person’s Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development
• Attend staff meetings for various locations
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Minimum Requirements

• Masters’ degree with one year of experience in developing behavior support plans and teaching staff to implement plans
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Understanding and commitment to community-based supports for persons with disabilities
• Knowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operations
• Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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