Behavior Support Specialist
The Behavior Support Specialist will work with youths who have behavioral challenges and provide support to help them achieve their goals. The specialist will work with a team of professionals to develop and implement behavior support plans, provide training to staff and caregivers, and monitor progress.
Responsibilities
- Conduct functional behavior assessments
- Develop and implement behavior support plans
- Provide training to staff and caregivers on behavior management strategies
- Monitor progress and make adjustments to behavior support plans as needed
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as therapists and social workers, to provide comprehensive support
- Document and maintain accurate records of services provided
- Attend meetings and provide updates on progress
- Provide therapeutic behavioral services to clients by consulting with a licensed clinician to assist with the individual's needs.
- Provide service planning for individualized supports or care coordinator of healthcare, behavioral health, non-healthcare services and development of a treatment plan.
- Provide linkage, interventions, treatment options, restoration of daily life skills and crisis prevention services.
- Provide services to individual clients or groups of clients.
- Promote a positive and cooperative relationship with all outside contacts.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field, or at least 3 years of equivalent experience providing support to individuals with significant behavioral challenges.Experience working with individuals with behavioral challengesKnowledge of mental health, behavior management strategies, and techniquesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong organizational and time management skillsValid driver's license and reliable transportationWhat ViaQuest can offer you :
Comprehensive trainingFree continuing education hours for maintaining licensureSupervision hours from an LISW-S or LPCC-SBenefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k)Cell phone reimbursementPaid time offPremium holiday payMileage reimbursementFlexible schedulingEmployee referral bonus programMonthly incentive program for exceeding productivity expectations