Compassionate Behavior Support Specialist

MN Care Services; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Partial medical insurance reimburse

Retirement plan

Overtime eligibility

Training opportunities

Job summary

MN Care Services seeks a Behavior Technician to provide compassionate, person-centered support in home-based settings for individuals with complex behavioral, developmental, or mental health needs. The BT works 1:1 or 2:1 as directed by the care plan, following documented procedures and maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.

The role emphasizes data collection, behavior support, crisis de-escalation, and collaboration with the care team to promote independence and community involvement while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required plus 3+ years of behavioral/mental health residential experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and ability to pass background check.
• Experience with 245D training (Minnesota developmental disabilities).
• Strong documentation and data collection skills.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Follow care plans and complete timely documentation.
• Collect data to drive positive behaviors per care plan.
• Assist with activities of daily living and community outings.
• Provide skill-building and behavioral support under supervision.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and care teams.

Skills

Behavioral principles

De-escalation

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ethical practice

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Basic technology

Job description

MN Care Services seeks a Behavior Technician to provide compassionate, person-centered support in home-based settings for individuals with complex behavioral, developmental, or mental health needs. The BT works 1:1 or 2:1 as directed by the care plan, following documented procedures and maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.

The role emphasizes data collection, behavior support, crisis de-escalation, and collaboration with the care team to promote independence and community involvement while