Therapeutic Support Specialist

Genesee Community Services; Town of Oconomowoc (WI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

ESOP

Earned Wages Access

Student Loan Pay Down

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

EAP

PTO

PerkSpot Discount

Pet Insurance Discount

Childcare Assistance

Job summary

Genesee Lake School, a MyPath Company, seeks a compassionate Therapeutic Support Specialist to support students with emotional and behavioral challenges. You will help develop individualized behavior support strategies, provide hands-on training, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote growth and safety.

The role includes data collection, incident review, and participation in team meetings to implement trauma-informed practices and positive behavior supports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a human services field; 5+ years of relevant experience with individuals with disabilities and behavioral support needs.
• Experience with autism, behavior plan development, and data collection preferred.
• Formal training in applied behavioral principles is a plus; staff education or coaching experience is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement behavior support, intervention, and crisis plans for students with behavioral needs.
• Conduct behavioral assessments to inform individualized support plans.
• Analyze behavioral data to identify patterns and support needs.
• Review incidents and participate in post-incident debriefings with staff and students.
• Provide hands-on behavioral and therapeutic training to staff; model interventions.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Collaboration

Flexibility

Mission-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Education or related Human Service Field

Associates Degree/High School Diploma with 5+ years of relevant experience

Job description

Therapeutic Support Specialist### Therapeutic Support SpecialistApply: Oconomowoc, WI: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR109320Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives. **Overview**Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy guiding and supporting individuals in a therapeutic, team-based environment?**Genesee Lake School**, a MyPath Company, provides residential, educational, and community-based services for children and young adults with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our mission is to promote growth, independence, and a high quality of life for the individuals we serve.**Job Summary:**We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated **Therapeutic Support Specialist** to support our mission of promoting growth, independence, and a high quality of life for individuals with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. You will play an integral role in developing individualized behavior support strategies, provide hands-on training and modeling for staff, conduct assessments, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence student success by shaping therapeutic interventions and empowering staff through effective behavioral practices.**Key Responsibilities:****Behavior Support & Student Services*** Create and implement behavior support, intervention, and crisis plans for students with moderate to significant behavioral needs* Conduct behavioral assessments to inform individualized therapeutic support plans* Analyze behavioral data to identify patterns, trends, and support needs* Review physical interventions and critical incidents daily for assigned caseload* Participate in and/or lead post-incident debriefings with staff and students* Attend psychiatric appointments/reviews as needed for student support**Training, Coaching & collaboration*** Provide hands-on behavioral and therapeutic training to staff, including de-escalation and behavior management techniques* Model appropriate behavioral intervention strategies in real-time situations* Offer constructive feedback to strengthen staff skills, confidence, and consistency* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement trauma-informed practices and positive behavior supports* Participate in treatment team meetings, Collaborative Team Meetings, and program-level discussion**Documentation & Compliance*** Maintain accurate service notes and behavior documentation* Establish behavior support documentation standards and train staff on expectations* Ensure compliance with agency policies, treatment plans, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements* Protect student rights and report suspected abuse in accordance with agency protocols**Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package**At **Genesee Lake School**, a MyPath Company, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being, financial security, and professional growth. Our benefits package includes:**Financial & Retirement Benefits*** 401(k) Retirement Plan with MyPath Financial Wellness Resources* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)* On-demand Access to Earned Wages* Student Loan Pay Down Assistance* Tuition Reimbursement**Health & Wellness*** Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)* Life & Disability Insurance* Voluntary Life Insurance Options* Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance* My Voyage Wellness Program**Work-Life Balance & Additional Perks*** Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Childcare Search Assistance* Employee Discount Program via PerkSpot* Pet Insurance DiscountWe value our employees and are dedicated to providing meaningful benefits that enhance our owners lives.**Qualifications:****Education & Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Education or related Human Service Field or Associates Degree/High School Diploma with 5+ years of relevant experience* 2+ years of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and behavioral support needs* Experience with autism, behavior plan development, and data collection preferred* Formal training in applied behavioral principles is a plus* Experience delivering staff education or coaching strongly preferred**Required Skills & Attributes:*** Ability to maintain a calm and effective demeanor in emergency and stressful situations.* Strong communication and problem-solving skills, both written and verbal.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality care.* Collaborative, flexible, and mission-driven mindset**Additional Requirements:*** Must be at least **21 years old**.* Must be able to meet physical requirements including lifting and performing approved intervention techniques* Willingness to work with residents in a variety of settings, including community outings**Additional Information**Salary: From $57,100-$59,100 annually + credit for additional years of experienceMyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.