Behavioral Support Specialist - Part Time (Autism & IDD)

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

Job summary

Triangle Disability & Autism Services is seeking a part-time Behavioral Support Staff in Raleigh, NC. The role offers an hourly wage of $18.00 to $19.00 and involves assisting individuals with IDD and/or autism in daily living activities, skill development, and community involvement to promote independence and well-being.

The position requires documenting in an electronic health record each shift, addressing challenging behaviors, and coordinating with teachers, specialists, and families to

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 developed by teachers, specialists, or behavioral consultants.
• Use positive behavior support strategies to encourage appropriate behavior and social interactions among participants and others.
• Assist with activities, transitions, and routines to minimize disruptions and promote positive behavior.
• Help develop the participant’s social emotional skills, such as self-regulation, conflict resolution, and empathy, through modeling and guided practice.
• Foster a sense of belonging and self-confidence in participants by providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Respond to behavioral crises in the home, community, and day program setting by deescalating situations and ensuring the safety of others present.
• Follow established protocols for managing severe behavioral incidents and seek additional support when necessary.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor and families.
• Participate in team meetings and or Individualized Service Plan (ISP) meetings as needed.

Skills

Behavioral support

IDD/autism experience

Reliable

Job description

Triangle Disability & Autism Services is seeking a part-time Behavioral Support Staff in Raleigh, NC. The role offers an hourly wage of $18.00 to $19.00 and involves assisting individuals with IDD and/or autism in daily living activities, skill development, and community involvement to promote independence and well-being.

The position requires documenting in an electronic health record each shift, addressing challenging behaviors, and coordinating with teachers, specialists, and families to