CAL Behavior Support & Art Enrichment Professional

TERI Inc; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Onsite Fitness Center

Employee Discounts

Job summary

TERI Inc. in Oceanside, CA seeks a CAL Behavior Support & Art Enrichment Professional to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through behavioral support, direct care, community engagement, and adaptive art instruction.

Role blends BIPs/IPP/ITP work with hands-on art activities, including painting, drawing, ceramics, and more, to promote communication, emotional regulation, and independence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; art degree preferred.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in painting, drawing, ceramics or related media.
• Ability to adapt art instruction to varied behavioral and communication needs.
• Valid California driver's license with acceptable driving record and CPR/First Aid training.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior support plans and instructional strategies.
• Develop and facilitate adaptive art experiences based on abilities and interests.
• Adapt instruction to accommodate diverse needs while promoting self-expression.
• Provide direct support for daily living activities and community participation.
• Document progress, collect data, and track goals.
• Safely transport participants using TERI vehicles and uphold rights and dignity.

Skills

Artistic ability

Verbal communication

Empathy

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Art or related field

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Oceanside, CA, US

Combine Your Creativity with Purpose. Use Art to Build Skills, Connection, and Independence.

Are you creative, hands‑on, and passionate about using art to connect with and empower others?

TERI is seeking a CAL Behavior Support & Art Enrichment Professional to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a unique combination of behavioral support, direct care, community engagement, and adaptive art instruction.

In this role, you'll implement individualized behavior and support plans while using painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, and other creative experiences to promote communication, emotional regulation, social engagement, confidence, and independence.

This is not a traditional art instructor position. You will serve as a Direct Support Professional first, providing behavioral support, personal care when needed, transportation, documentation, and community‑based support while bringing your artistic abilities into the participant experience.

The professional implements Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Individual Program Plans (IPPs), and Individual Training Plans (ITPs), provides direct care and community‑based support, documents participant progress, and safely responds to behavioral needs while developing adaptive art experiences for individuals with varying abilities.

Your Role & Responsibilities –

• Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and instructional strategies while providing behavioral support, positive reinforcement, and approved crisis intervention when necessary.
• Develop and facilitate adaptive art experiences using painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, sculpture, fiber arts, printmaking, and other creative mediums based on participant abilities and interests.
• Adapt art instruction to accommodate participants' behavioral, cognitive, physical, sensory, and communication needs while promoting self‑expression, confidence, and independence.
• Provide direct support with community participation and activities of daily living, including personal care, meals, mobility, money skills, shopping, medication support, and other individualized needs.
• Facilitate community‑based activities and experiences, including museums, galleries, art events, recreation, volunteer opportunities, wellness activities, and other opportunities for meaningful inclusion.
• Collect behavioral data and maintain accurate documentation of participant progress, services, incidents, medication support, community activities, and individualized goals.
• Safely transport participants using TERI vehicles while maintaining participant health, safety, dignity, rights, and choice across program and community settings.

Qualifications –

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Art, Studio Art, Fine Arts, Art Education, Recreational Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, significant behavioral needs, or related populations strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated artistic ability and experience with visual arts such as painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, sculpture, fiber arts, printmaking, or related creative mediums.
• Ability to adapt art instruction and activities for individuals with varying behavioral, cognitive, physical, sensory, and communication support needs.
• Comfortable providing hands‑on direct support, including responding to challenging behaviors, assisting with activities of daily living, and working in both program and community environments.
• Valid California Driver's License with an acceptable driving record and ability to complete required CPR/First Aid, behavior support, safety, medication, transportation, and program‑specific training.

Pay –

$25.00 Hourly

Status –

Full‑time

The Benefits of Joining TERI –

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Tax‑advantaged savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Financial Protection Plans – Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Invest in your future with employer‑supported retirement savings.
• Health & Wellness Program – Resources and support to help you thrive, both mentally and physically
• Onsite Fitness Center & Outdoor Fitness Court – Convenient, no‑cost access to exercise facilities
• Pet Insurance – Coverage options to keep your furry family members healthy.
• Employee Discounts – Enjoy savings at TERI’s Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar and the Inspired Resale Boutique
• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to support work‑life balance.
• Positive and Supportive Culture – A mission‑driven team environment where your contributions are valued.

Fit for Life –

TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side‑by‑side.

Here at TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on‑site Fitness Center with a full‑time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER –

TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seeking to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.