What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support/Behavior Specialist position at Opportunity Services?
Together, We Make a Difference Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? You could be the perfect candidate for the Positive Behavioral Support Specialist with Opportunity Services. Make a Difference in someone's life by supporting them in community services. Team members at Opportunity Services (OS) work together to enrich the lives of our clients and teach them to take pride in a job well done. At OS, we bring our clients and business partners together to provide meaningful jobs and activities throughout communities to the individuals we serve. Our culture at OS is defined by our teamwork of helping, listening to and supporting one throughout the organization. We are looking for new team members who want to Make a Difference and care about the people they serve and work with!
- Full Time Opportunities, Monday - Friday : 7 : 00am to 3 : 30pm are available. No Nights or Weekends required!
- Position also known as : Direct Support Professional (DSP), Personal Care Assistant (PCA), and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Behavior Therapist, Positive Support Specialist Job Duties : Supervise clients in day program setting. Behavior modification : assist in interaction through positive reinforcement, engagement and the use of alternative communication strategies. Community integration / engagement : facilitate positive interaction of clients with community members at large. Provide assistance during meal times including : food preparation, feeding clients (solid and tube feeding) Provide personal hygiene to clients including changing briefs, assisting with toileting and personal grooming. Provide transportation to clients daily. Full Time Position Benefits include : Medical - 100% paid by Employer Dental 7 paid holidays Paid time off Opportunities for Advancement
