Behavioral Support & Intervention Specialist

Mypathcompanies; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus Program - $2,000 per *

Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life

Paid Time off

Company Stock

Tuition Reimbursement

Discount programs

Job summary

Homes for Independent Living (HIL) seeks a Behavioral Service Specialist to monitor and actively support clients and direct staff in residential settings for individuals with complex behavioral challenges.

You will respond urgently to behavioral events, investigate incidents, mentor staff, and help prepare root cause analyses and updated Behavioral Support Plans under supervision, contributing to ongoing staff development and program improvements.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years in Human Services with individuals who have behavioral support needs.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related field preferred.
• Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.
• Highly organized with ability to meet tight deadlines and work with little direction.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to make sound decisions quickly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Responds to behavioral events by phone, video, or in person to assist staff and provide direct intervention as needed.
• Investigates incidents, reviews staff training, and reports findings to supervisors; revises actions as directed.
• Mentors direct support supervisors through on-the-floor training under supervision.
• Prepares written root cause analyses for investigations and shares with leadership.
• Participates in presenting reports to staff or stakeholders and updates Behavioral Support Plans as assigned.
• Assists in enhancing trainings and may serve as a certified trainer for Mandt and CPI.
• Recommends evidence-based training programs to improve staff effectiveness and reduce escalations.
• Reports arrests or allegations of abuse or fraud to management and follows up as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Decision making

Microsoft Office

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Homes for Independent Living (HIL) seeks a Behavioral Service Specialist to monitor and actively support clients and direct staff in residential settings for individuals with complex behavioral challenges.

You will respond urgently to behavioral events, investigate incidents, mentor staff, and help prepare root cause analyses and updated Behavioral Support Plans under supervision, contributing to ongoing staff development and program improvements.