What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Support Specialist position at Erie Homes for Children and Adults, Inc.?
At EHCA, we assist people with disabilities to live rich and fulfilling lives. We provide compassionate, therapeutic, and medical support to individuals of all ages and all levels of disability while enabling them to live with purpose and dignity.
Join our dedicated team which supports each person to have the opportunity to make choices, contribute to his or her daily lifestyle, obtain the best education or training available, and enjoy a home-like atmosphere with quality caregivers.
The Behavioral Specialist, acting in a professional manner, including their appearance and communication, is responsible for conducting behavior assessments, maintaining the schedule for program reviews, updating schedules, and ISP reports in collaboration with supervisors for agency consumers. The Behavior Specialist provides support for all behavior programs, supplies and documentation needed for individuals with behaviors in addition to the coordination of committees listed hereinafter.
The Behavior Support Specialist will hold a master’s degree in human services or a closely related field. A minimum of 3 years of experience with behavioral assessments and writing behavioral plans is required.
In addition, the qualified candidate must have demonstrated:
- The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, department heads, employees, and members of the general public.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with others in sensitive and confidential situations.
- Working knowledge of computer software applications to include Microsoft Office and other business-related applications.
Pay rate starts at $30 per hour. Pay rate is based upon experience.
Apply on Indeed or ehca.org.
Candidates without a master's degree in human services or a closely related field will not be considered.
Excellent Benefits:
- Eligible for 401K match.
- Medical insurance for the employee, $10 per pay.
- Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance at no cost for the employee.
- PTO and Sick Time Benefits are available after 3 months of employment.
- Holiday time available after 30 days of employment.
Salary : $10 - $30
