Therapeutic Behavioral Support Specialist

St Joseph Catholic Orphans Society; Clifton (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph Catholic Orphans Society seeks a Therapeutic Behavior Support Specialist to assist with crisis prevention, debriefing and one-on-one support in a residential setting. You will lead trauma-informed interventions, de-escalate crises, and help run daily cottage routines while ensuring medication is administered safely.

Collaboration with the treatment team, school, and external providers is essential to tailor crisis intervention plans and support client progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• CPR, First Aid and Safe Crisis Management certifications required.
• Defensive driving training and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support and crisis intervention for clients.
• Lead trauma-informed interventions and model appropriate behavior.
• Oversee medication administration during shifts to minimize errors.
• Collaborate with school and external providers as needed.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and develop individualized plans.
• Respond to emergencies per policy and training.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Team collaboration

De-escalation techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Safe Crisis Management Certification

Defensive Driving Certification

Driver's license

Job description

Job Summary: The Therapeutic Behavior Support Specialist will play a key role in assisting with crisis prevention, intervention and debriefing with clients within the Residential setting. This position will provide one on one support and de-escalation to clients who are experiencing difficulties with emotional and behavioral regulation during the daily routine. This role will be responsible for supporting milieu development and ensuring that the cottage environment is operating from a trauma informed lens by leading, role modeling and directing therapeutic interventions as identified on the client’s individualized treatment plan.The Therapeutic Behavior Support Specialist will communicate with members of identified client’s treatment team to provide feedback and support. Collaboration in the school and with external providers may also occur. This position will also be responsible for the oversight of medication administration in all Cottages. This will ensure clients are receiving medications as prescribed, and work to reduce medication errors.Essential Functions:Provide one on one support and crisis intervention to clients who are experiencing difficulties with emotional and behavioral regulation during the daily routine.Leading the implementation of trauma informed interventions by role modeling, coaching and directing residential staff throughout the shift and during crises.Conduct crisis evaluations and incident debriefing with clients, if needed.Assist with supervised visitation on campus, when needed.Assist with implementation of regular daily routine in cottages when crisis intervention is not needed.Participate or provide feedback in treatment team meetings for identified clients.Works with other members of the treatment team, as needed, to develop individualized crisis intervention strategies based on client needs and treatment plans.Implements the child caring program by providing a therapeutic milieu. Responds to clients’ needs with fairness, objectivity, firmness, care and concern. Observes behavioral and emotional climate within the group and with each individual client and respond appropriately.Oversee the administration of client medication for all cottages during assigned shifts to ensure clients are receiving medication as prescribed and work to minimize medication errors.Collaborate with the school and external service providers, as needed.Handles emergencies and other difficult situations according to policies, procedures, and training.Performs competently in crisis management and maintain certification in Safe Crisis Management. Certification as an SCM trainer preferred. Utilize these skills as needed to assure the safety of the individual clients and that staff are properly trained.Demonstrates a calm and professional demeanor.Responsible for obtaining forty (40) clock hours of requires staff development/training. Must implement and use the tools acquired during education sessions.Other duties may be assigned.Position Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):CULTURAL SENSITIVITYAppreciates differences between others in thought as well as style and shows respect for their ideas.Demonstrates responsiveness to the racial, ethnic, and cultural needs of individuals while maintaining respect for those differences.EMPOWERMENTAS APPROPRIATE TO ROLE: Recognizes and works to eliminate situations that may lead to re-traumatization; Understands and allows for mutual self-help to occur among trauma survivors by utilizing their lived experience to promote recovery and healing.JOB KNOWLEDGE (Essential Functions)Has a clear understanding of the position.Demonstrates proficiency in the necessary common and technical knowledge areas required for the position.MODELINGAS APPROPRIATE TO ROLE: Uses appropriate voice, is aware of development levels of clients served, encourages independence and self-help, and reinforces positive behavior.For those who provide direct care to clients, has the ability to anticipate problems, redirect behavior using positive practices, handle transitions well and develop goals for observation.PEER SUPPORT & COLLABORATIONCommunicates and interacts well with others among teams, across departments, and/or with clients to ensure a respectful, and inclusive service/work environment.Encourages and supports skill development of colleagues and/or direct reports, clients and/or families, and external stakeholders.Builds/maintains trust and exhibits healthy boundaries with colleagues and/or direct reports, clients and/or families, and external stakeholders.PROFESSIONALISMIs visible with a positive presence, ethical, and highly professional.Expresses accountability for actions.Shows respect towards others, serves as an appropriate role model during interactions and while performing job responsibilities, and is responsive to the needs of others.QUALITY OF WORKReliably completes work according to organization standards.Exhibits strong judgment and problem-solving skills.SAFETYCreates and maintains a safe, welcoming, physical and service environment.TIME MANAGEMENTIs consistently at work, on time, and conforms to scheduled work hours.Possesses the ability to effectively manage projects, timelines, and team goals without constant oversight.Education and Experience:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.Experience preferred in providing appropriate care to clients, winning their respect, guiding clients in their development and implementation of coping skills, responding to unsafe behavior in a trauma informed manner and in the participation, management, and implementation of a treatment program.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Must become certified in CPR, First Aid, Safe Crisis Management, and Defensive Driver’s training. Certification as a Safe Crisis Management intstructor preferred.Valid and current driver’s license with insurable driving record required in order to assist in transporting clients when necessary.Physical Factors (those checked apply):Sitting at a desk for up to 8 hoursOffice EnvironmentEntering data / keystrokexDrivingxStanding for up to 8 hoursxReaching above shoulder levelxWalkingxBendingxLifting/Carrying 50 max lbsxPushing / Pulling 50 max lbs.Using feet for repetitive actionUsing hands for repetitive actionxRepetitive kneeling movements to and from the floorxSustained kneeling position for up to 10 minutesxSupporting another participant/client’s body weightxIndoor/Outdoor environment that may be at times loud and/or stressful