What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional Specialist position at I am Boundless, Inc?
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The Day Support Professional- Specialist's primary job responsibility is to implement behavioral health and educational services using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with individuals diagnosed with autism, related mental health disorders and/or intellectual disabilities in either a 1:1 or small group settings. They many also provide Adult Day Supports, Vocational Habilitation, and Non-Medical Transportation Services. This position receives supervision and training from behavior analytic and/or behavioral health supervisors through direct observation and team meetings.
We want people to join our team who share our values of love, excellence, respect, empowerment, and well-being. Our DSP team members work in conjunction with the comprehensive Boundless team to ensure those that we serve can live a Boundless life.
- High School diploma or equivalent, plus 3 years or more years of experience in the behavioral health, human services, or mental health field required; College Degree in education, psychology, social work, or a related field preferred.- Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.- Proficient computer skills.- Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid, CPR - adult, child and infant (training will be provided, if not already certified). - One to two (1-2) years of experience working directly with children and families preferred. - Experience working with people with autism spectrum disorders, behavioral health conditions, and developmental disabilities preferred. - Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with individuals, staff, and support agencies. - Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, emotionally upset, and at times hostile clients/family members. - Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. - Proof of automobile insurance
What we offer:
- Excellent Benefits beginning the following month of employment
- A Boundless sponsored $150 deposited into your flexible spending account
- Career Growth opportunities
- Paid time off (PTO) Accrual
All candidates who have received an offer of employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment background check, drug screen. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.40 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to Relocate:
- Brooklyn Heights, OH 44131: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21
