Behavior Technician Supervisor - Vestavia ISL

Job Overview

The Arc of the Ozarks welcomes applicants for a Behavioral Technician Supervisor position. The role is an hourly, non‑exempt position offering starting pay at $22.50 per hour.

• Supervise and mentor Behavior Support Technicians (BSTs) in Individual Supported Living (ISL) settings.
• Provide one‑to‑one support and training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, covering activities such as cooking, cleaning, hygiene, grocery purchasing, medication administration, community participation and money management.
• Assist the Program Supervisor with implementing personal plans, maintaining records and reports, and coordinating therapeutic programs.
• Lead crisis prevention and intervention, including medication administration and emergency response.
• Maintain a safe, clean residential environment and manage supplies and inventories.
• Conduct documentation, incident reports, and support new employee orientation.
• Support individuals’ community participation and vocational activities.

• Daily life skills: cooking, cleaning, hygiene, purchasing groceries, food preparation, medication administration, behavioral care, community participation, personal‑fund management.

• Help implement personal plans and communicate directives.
• Maintain necessary records and reports.
• Contribute to creating a therapeutic environment.

• Competitive pay with potential for annual wage increases.
• Paid training certifications (CPR/First Aid, MANDT, Level One Med Aide, etc.).
• Mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use during client activities.
• Strong career growth with internal promotions and development of supervisory skills.
• Supportive, mission‑driven workplace culture.

• High‑school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months direct care experience in the human‑service field.
• Preferred: experience with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities or behavior disorders.
• Valid, insured driver license and ability to obtain a class E license if required.

• Good judgment, discretion, and the ability to work with people of all ages.
• Knowledge of basic and advanced behavioral support techniques.
• Capacity to supervise, evaluate, and train staff.
• Ability to administer medications and handle emergency care, meeting state certification requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to stand, stoop, lift up to 50 lbs.

• Complete CPR and First Aid training.
• Complete 16‑hour medication administration course.
• Complete 10‑hour MANDT System workshop.
• Complete OSHA health and safety course.
• Complete Abuse & Neglect training.
• Complete Electronic Documentation training.

• Passion for working with individuals with disabilities.
• Strong commitment to The Arc mission.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Growth mindset and openness to feedback.

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