Behavior Specialist - Adult Services

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION : The Behavior Specialist is primarily responsible for assisting with the development of behavior plans, psychotropic medication treatment plan and data collection systems, working with direct care staff and managers to enhance understanding and proper utilization of plans, and ensuring that individuals served receive appropriate and consistent support and guidance needed to achieve their own personal goals and to develop necessary skills and healthy behaviors. The Behavior Specialist also collaborates with outside agencies to assist with collaborative treatment goals.

QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of two years' experience utilizing behavior management techniques for individuals with developmental disabilities is required. Requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Ability to complete all initial and ongoing background checks including but not limited to : CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting, LEIE, Driving record, E-verify, Physical, PPD and licensing and / or certification checks (i.e. nursing). Valid US driver's license and ready access to a vehicle.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS : Must maintain all certification needed in the program including : CPR, First Aid, Safe Techniques to Avoid Restraint and Training (START), and BFAIR Human Rights Training. May need to attend workshops, seminars or BFAIR functions as needed for job development.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Treat each individual, co-worker, supervisor and others with the respect and dignity due every human being, and adhere to the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDS) Human Rights Standards and the Disabled Persons Protection Commission's (DPPC) Mandated Reporter Guidelines around physical and emotional abuse, including the timely reporting of violations.
• Attend ISP meetings as requested, assist in the development of plans focused on the unique needs and goals of each individual, facilitate the development of behaviorally related implementation strategies / teaching plans, and supervise the training on, and implementation / documentation of, these programs in conjunction with site supervisors on an ongoing basis.
• Act as an appropriate role model through dress, speech and actions both in the home and community to foster appropriate social relationships and skill development.
• Maintain communication with the Brien Center for all medication reviews and creation of scheduling for all appointments.
• Receive input regarding behavioral needs and interpret resulting behavioral treatment plans to each individual served and / or family / guardian(s), as appropriate.
• Consult with site staff and other team members, as needed or requested, with regard to specific and general behavioral needs of the individuals served.
• Review observation and recording data in all applicable sites and provide feedback to staff as requested.
• Cooperatively maintain lines of communication with the individuals served, their families / guardian(s), team members, consultants, and other pertinent BFAIR personnel, as appropriate, to ensure integration of services and quality programming.
• Perform crisis intervention as needed and related follow-up with team members to facilitate consistent 24-hour implementation and optimal success for the program participant.
• Maintain accurate and complete records, reports and data necessary to meet the requirements of DDS, CARF, BFAIR, and any other certifying or regulatory agency.
• Participate on all assigned agency-wide committees as assigned.
• Provide support to in-home ABA clients as needed.
• Arrange all staff PTO time off requests with Vice President. Vacation time must be requested at least two weeks prior to the desired date(s). In the case of illness you must call out to your supervisor two hours prior to the start of your shift.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings as assigned; work shifts as assigned. Shifts may not be changed unless permission is received from supervisor prior to change.
• Required to maintain certifications in all agency mandated trainings.
• Accurately document all hours worked on a time sheet daily with no cross outs or white out. Time sheets should reflect employee's assigned scheduled unless approval was given by supervisor to alter assigned schedule.
• Meet with Vice President or designee monthly for individual supervision; attend staff meetings, and other meetings as assigned.
• Adhere to agency / personnel policies, DDS regulations, follow emergency procedures and maintain individual's confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• The agency reserves the right to revise existing schedules and / or program sites assignments, with notice due to the changing needs of the individuals served and program(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Vice President and / or designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND MENTAL DEMANDS OF POSITION :

Because of the nature of the work to be performed, requirements may include the following at least some of the time while assisting individuals in the completion of their routine tasks. Indoor and outdoor work is required.

Position requires : Physical Activity

of pounds required

Lifting

25-50

Carrying

25-50

Pushing

Pulling

The items which are checked have been determined to be abilities needed to accomplish the essential job functions.

Physical Abilities Required

Not Applicable

Minimal (>

10% of time)

Occasional (11-33%)

Frequent (34-66%)

Constant (67-100%)

Standing

Walking

Sitting

Driving

Climbing

Balancing

Stooping

Kneeling

Reaching

Handling

Hearing

Seeing

Depth Perception

Color Vision

Reading

Math

Communication : Oral

Written

Mechanical Concepts

Operating Equipment

Mental Abilities Required

Not Applicable

Minimal (>

10% of time)

Occasional (11-33%)

Frequent (34-66%)

Constant (67-100%)

Interpreting

Interpersonal Skills

Implementing

Evaluating

Organizing

Handling

Consulting

Analyzing

Specifying

Color Vision

Presenting

Supervising

Ability to deal with :

Stressful situations

Trauma, grief, death

Public contact

Decision-making

Concentration