Behavior Specialist

Job Description

EMMAUS COMMUNITY OF PITTSBURGH

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Behavior Specialist (Exempt)

PRIMARY

LOCATION:

Based in main office; travels to homes, workplaces and day programs as needed

BENEFITS: Healthcare, dental & vision (100% employer paid for family), paid time off (starting at 20 days per year), short-term and long-term disability, $25,000 life insurance policy, retirement plan, & tuition reimbursement program (after 1 year F/T) EOE

PRIMARY

SCHEDULE:

Generally, Monday thru Friday 9a-5p;
Flexibility required - some evening and weekend hours based on needs of the individuals; emergencies

REPORTS TO: Director of IDD Services

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior to or upon hire:
  Training in conducting and using a functional behavioral assessment and training in positive behavioral support (ie: Devereaux Safe and Positive Approaches and Safety Techniques)
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written); working knowledge of the ISP process, ODP incident management, and HCSIS/EIM.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Act 34 clearance & FBI clearance
• Physical w/ Mantoux prior to date of hire

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Ability to work as a team member and agree to supervision by Director of IDD Services
• Willingness to carry out the mission and support the values of the Emmaus Community
• Provide specialized interventions that assist participants to increase adaptive behaviors to replace or modify challenging behaviors
• Design and implement behavioral support services to address the support detailed in the ISP and in accordance with Dept. of Human Services requirements
• Understand and use a variety of approaches & techniques including Everyday Lives, Charting the Life Course, Applied Behavior Analysis methods, Person-Centered Planning, principles of Trauma Informed approaches and Positive Behavioral Support
• Complete a Functional Behavioral Assessment and develop a comprehensive behavioral support plan within 60 days of the team identifying a need for an individual
• Promote consistent implementation of the Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) including Crisis Intervention Plans (CIP), Social Emotional and Environmental Plan (SEEP) and restrictive plans (if warranted), across environments
• Ensure all documentation is complete and data is collected and utilized
• Know and enforce the rules and regulations regarding restrictive procedures and physical restraints (55 pa. Code  & ), individual rights, and human rights teams
• Participates as a member of the Quality Management Team / related committees
• Ensure that all behavior support provided includes positive practices & least restrictive interventions
• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team, assessing, designing, and directing the implementation of a support plan that uses a person-centered approach for individuals
• Engage in ongoing sessions with the individual to increase adaptive skill and analyze data
• Provide educational training and support services to individuals, families and staff as needed
• Facilitate access to community resources for clients, families and staff as appropriate
• Research and engage outside vendors and related services; act as liaison between them and Emmaus
• Serve as a communication resource to families and guardians
• Complete service notes and compliant billing documentation

Company Description

The Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh is dedicated to providing inclusive, community-based homes and in-home services for people with intellectual disabilities and promoting public awareness of their needs.

The Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh is dedicated to providing inclusive, community-based homes and in-home services for people with intellectual disabilities and promoting public awareness of their needs.