Contract Behavior Support Specialist

Company Description

Dungarvin assists people with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism and/or mental health diagnosis in a variety of programs with a focus on person centered practices. We encourage people served to explore their dreams while our employees provide support in making meaningful decisions and providing active treatment at each opportunity. 

Embrace the opportunity to positively change someone’s life!

Join our team as a Behavior Support Specialist at Dungarvin!

Schedule: Mon - Fri - 8:30am - 5pm

Wage: Starting at $30/hour

Contract Duration: 6+ Months

Job Description

What You Get to Do:

The Behavior Support Specialist is responsible for developing Behavioral Support Plans (BSP) for specific individuals as identified by the Area Director. The Behavior Support Specialist will assess an individual and develop a complete plan, which outlines support strategies to address specific target behaviors as identified in the assessment process. The Behavior Support Specialist will be responsible for training the Direct Support staff, and the identified Program Director (PD) on all aspects of the Behavioral Support Plan. The Behavior Support Specialist will also be responsible for providing on-going consultation and assistance to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for the purpose of updating the plan in response to the changing behavioral needs of the person served.

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master's degree preferred) in a related human services field
• One (1) year of experience working with and for persons with developmental disabilities (DDD or I/DD)
• One (1) year of experience in design, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral support plans.
• A commitment to serving individuals with severely challenging behaviors in the community setting is essential.

Additional Information

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer

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