Behavioral Support Specialist — 1:1 & Crisis Intervention

A Cognitive Connection; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Cognitive Connection in Colorado Springs is seeking a provider to implement the Behavioral Support Plan for individuals under supervision of a Behavioral Consultant. You will deliver acute, short-term interventions to stabilize safety and reduce risk, and support transitions from institutions to community settings.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention using Safety Care/TCI strategies and delivering Behavioral Line Services in home and community settings to maintain safety and assist

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 implementation of the individual’s Behavioral Support Plan under the supervision and oversight of a Behavioral Consultant.
• Deliver acute, short-term behavioral interventions to address identified challenging behaviors that pose a risk to the individual’s health and safety and/or the safety of others. Maintain focus on immediate stabilization, safety, and risk reduction during behavioral episodes.
• Support individuals transitioning from institutional settings or at risk of institutional placement.
• Utilize approved crisis intervention strategies, with Safety Care and/or TCI approaches recommended at the time of enrollment.
• Provide Behavioral Line Services in the individual’s home and/or in community-based settings, including day programs, by supporting the individual and assisting program staff in maintaining safety and implementing behavioral strategies.

Job description

A Cognitive Connection in Colorado Springs is seeking a provider to implement the Behavioral Support Plan for individuals under supervision of a Behavioral Consultant. You will deliver acute, short-term interventions to stabilize safety and reduce risk, and support transitions from institutions to community settings.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention using Safety Care/TCI strategies and delivering Behavioral Line Services in home and community settings to maintain safety and assist