What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Behavior Specialist position at Independent Options, LLC?
- Locations in Lancaster, Lebanon, Harrisburg, PA.
Independent Options, LLC. is looking for qualified Assistant Behavior Specialist, in LANCASTER COUNTY, LEBANON COUNTY, DAUPHIN COUNTY PA who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities (IDD) whom are residing in their own homes! HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
As a Assistant Behavior Specialist is the behavioral lead for assigned clients and addresses goals and areas of client need across the home, day setting, and community environments, by assessing the current needs, developing programs, and monitoring the implementation of prescribed programs, and training the necessary team members.
- Develops, implements, and monitors behavior support plans as they relate to ISP outcomes and prescribed medical treatments across settings.
- Measures goals and objectives of behavior support plans and analyzes results to ensure they are being met.
- Conducts all interactions with clients and internal and external team members in a positive, professional, and caring manner.
- Collaborates and communicates regularly with internal and external team members, including but not limited to families, providers, and Supports Coordination Organizations.
- Trains and supports the development of Independent Options’ direct support professionals on implementation of ISP outcomes, behavior support plans, restrictive procedures and prescribed programming across environments.
- Communicates with assigned staff and team members to discuss programming, staff fidelity of treatment, and training needs.
- Provides coaching to all team members in a supportive and collaborative manner and receives and implements coaching from others to improve performance.
- Adds to the capacity of the department through development of systems and processes as well as training to fellow department members and those staff working through the BCBA Fieldwork and internship activities.
- Develops and provides training to Independent Options employees and stakeholders of assigned cases on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Effectively assesses client needs and areas of growth to inform treatment planning process.
- Leads treatment plan review meetings.
- Maintains and submits all required documentation by expected deadlines including quarterly progress notes, billing documentation, etc.
- Engages in professional development as assigned by Independent Options, and outside Independent Options in accordance with areas of professional interest and in adherence to requirements to maintain certifications; seeks “expert” understanding in areas of professional interest; contributes to growth of other Independent Options staff across programs in areas with expertise.
- Completes other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or Gerontology preferred.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $30 - $35