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Behavior Specialist (Adult Services)

Part-time

Berkshire Family and Individual Resources (BFAIR)

North Adams, MAPart-timePosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
North Adams, MA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

First Aid CertificationCPR CertificationMedication Administration (MAP) CertificationSTART Training CertificationBachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

Berkshire Family and Individual Resources (BFAIR) is hiring a Behavior Specialist (Adult Services). The Adult Services Behavior Specialist assists with developing behavior plans, psychotropic medication treatment plans, and data collection systems. This role involves working with direct care staff and managers to ensure proper utilization of plans, providing support and guidance to individuals, and collaborating with outside agencies to achieve treatment goals.

Key focus areas include Assist with the development of behavior plans, Assist with psychotropic medication treatment plans, and Assist with data collection systems.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree, 2+ Years Behavior Management, and First Aid Certification. Important skills include Behavior Management Techniques, Organizational Skills, and Communicate Effectively.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Behavior Management TechniquesOrganizational SkillsCommunicate Effectively

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree2+ Years Experience Utilizing Behavior Management Techniques for Individuals With Developmental DisabilitiesFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationMedication Administration (MAP) CertificationSTART Training CertificationReady Access to an AutomobileValid Driver's License

Full job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Adult Services Behavior Specialist is primarily responsible for assisting with the development of behavior plans, psychotropic medication treatment plan and data collection systems, working with direct care staff and managers to enhance understanding and proper utilization of plans, and ensuring that individuals served receive appropriate and consistent support and guidance needed to achieve their own personal goals and to develop necessary skills and healthy behaviors. The Part time Behavior Specialist also collaborates with outside agencies to assist with collaborative treatment goals.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of two years’ experience utilizing behavior management techniques for individuals with developmental disabilities is required.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Receive and maintain current certification in First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration (MAP) and START Training; Ready access to an automobile and a valid driver’s license. Position requires strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively.

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