Evening Behavioral Support Specialist for I/DD Care

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas is hiring a Behavioral Support Professional (BSP) for Chesapeake, VA, evening shift. The BSP provides direct clinical services—assessment, interventions, and discharge planning—under the supervision of the DSP in I/DD residential programs.

The role requires an associates degree (preferred), 5 years in an I/DD setting, and 2+ years’ experience with Level 4 SIS autism/behavioral issues. CPR and TOVA training are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred.
• 5 years’ experience in an I/DD setting.
• 2+ years’ experience with SIS Level 4 for autism or behavioral issues.
• CPR certification and TOVA training completed.

Responsibilities

• Provides behavioral and direct support services in accordance with accepted standards in I/DD services.
• Plans and conducts supports according to Person-Centered Plans.
• Documents according to BSP guidelines and ensures DSP documentation.
• Performs shift documentation and contributes to support plans and meetings.
• Attends team meetings and reports on progress toward goals; updates plans as needed.
• Delivers supports ethically, respecting dignity and autonomy of individuals.
• Assesses and interprets needs; communicates effectively with families/guardians.
• Maintains certifications and trainings current.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

Associates Degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

TOVA training

Job description

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas is hiring a Behavioral Support Professional (BSP) for Chesapeake, VA, evening shift. The BSP provides direct clinical services—assessment, interventions, and discharge planning—under the supervision of the DSP in I/DD residential programs.

The role requires an associates degree (preferred), 5 years in an I/DD setting, and 2+ years’ experience with Level 4 SIS autism/behavioral issues. CPR and TOVA training are required.