Behavioral Support Assistant — On-site & Virtual Training

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking an Assistant Behavioral Specialist to implement comprehensive positive behavioral support plans and effective behavior management strategies.

You will deliver instructions, participate as a member of the educational team, and help design and implement all components of the individual’s program. The role includes training, supervisory oversight, and collaboration with agency Behaviorists to ensure duty comprehension.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative abilities within a team.
• Ability to manage stressful and challenging situations effectively.
• Ability to apply behavioral principles in practice.
• Experience documenting training and progress.
• Comfort with coordinating care across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and/or virtual staff training on implementing Behavior Plans after training by Supervising Behaviorists.
• Maintain training documentation with staff signatures, date, and subject/copy of training.
• Maintain informed consents for meds and restrictive/aversive approvals as required.
• Ensure quarterly compliance with approved restrictive conditions; report non-compliance.
• Oversee data collection, review data monthly, and set up behavior plans in Therap for staff input.
• Attend meetings virtually or in-person as needed, including psychiatric review meetings.
• Prepare and submit behavioral and program reports for Behaviorist review.
• Oversee PRC, HRC, and URR documentation processes for submission to Behaviorist.
• Review client records and develop a synopsis of need areas for Behaviorist.
• Assist with agency licensing preparation and audit processes.
• Liaise with medication providers and provide on-site support at group homes/day programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Behaviorists.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Behavioral principles

Documentation

Emotional resilience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking an Assistant Behavioral Specialist to implement comprehensive positive behavioral support plans and effective behavior management strategies.

You will deliver instructions, participate as a member of the educational team, and help design and implement all components of the individual’s program. The role includes training, supervisory oversight, and collaboration with agency Behaviorists to ensure duty comprehension.