Behavioral Support Specialist - Part-Time, Autism/IDD

Triangle Disability & Autism Services; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation & ongoing training

Safety equipment & certifications

Employee assistance program

Bonuses: Signing; Referral; Fill-In; E

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Triangle Disability & Autism Services in Raleigh, NC is seeking a part-time Behavioral Support Staff to assist individuals with IDD and autism in daily living activities, personal care, skill development, and community involvement.

You will implement behavior support plans, address challenging behaviors, and help participants develop social-emotional skills, while documenting shifts in an electronic health record system.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with IDD or autism.
• Minimum 6 months experience working directly with individuals with behavioral support needs.
• Reliable and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and address challenging behaviors.
• Seek to understand participant’s individual method(s) of communication.
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) or other person-centered plans.
• Use positive behavior support strategies to encourage appropriate behavior and social interactions.
• Assist with activities, transitions and routines to minimize disruptions.
• Help develop social emotional skills through modeling and guided practice.
• Foster belonging and self-confidence with encouragement and reinforcement.
• Respond to behavioral crises in various settings and deescalate when necessary.
• Follow established protocols for managing severe incidents and seek support when needed.
• Communicate with supervisor and families; participate in ISP meetings.

Skills

Experience with IDD

Experience with autism

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Triangle Disability & Autism Services in Raleigh, NC is seeking a part-time Behavioral Support Staff to assist individuals with IDD and autism in daily living activities, personal care, skill development, and community involvement.

You will implement behavior support plans, address challenging behaviors, and help participants develop social-emotional skills, while documenting shifts in an electronic health record system.