BrightPath, LLC
City:
St. Paul & Minneapolis
Job Title:
Behavior Technician
Overview:
The Behavior Technician delivers person-centered and behavioral support to individuals with varying degrees of Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and/or related conditions as well as mental health diagnosis and complex medical needs. The Behavioral Technician provides direct assistance, supervision, and behavioral management in addition to teaching home and community based community living service categories. The Behavior Tech (I) promotes community participation and integration to increase individuals independence and enable their freedom to pursue joy. (Hours are available in St. Paul & Minneapolis) Both clients have requested Female Support Staff Preferred candidates will have some limited evening availability (4p-7p)
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities: Implement program and service outcomes under limited supervision. Utilize positive support strategies and permitted actions to de-escalate a behavior. BrightPath does not allow the use of any prohibited procedures and does not allow the Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (EUMR) to de-escalate a behavior or event Teach, coach, and model essential life skills, communication, social skills and maintain proper boundaries Model, coach, and practice coping skills with the individual served Assist with the household needs of individuals such as light cleaning, organization, meal planning, cooking Document detailed daily progress notes and behavioral notes, and incident reports Evaluate behaviors, monitor progress, and implement applied techniques Participate in activities within the community with the individuals served Collaborate with the Designated Manager to develop supports and outcomes for the individuals served Follow all programming, interventions, protocol and/or procedures for the individual. Coordinate or schedule appointments and accompany individuals to their appointments as needed.
Requirements:
Skills and Experience: Candidate must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle with active insurance. (non-negotiable) 1+ year of experience with working individual with severe and persistent mental Illness and chronic medical conditions preferred 1+ year experience with implementing Positive Support Strategies and/or behavior management techniques with individuals who have high behaviors (biting, hitting, kicking) preferred Strong communication and documentation skills. Ability to interpret behavioral trends; Experience with person-centered thinking and planning preferred Judgment and decision-making skills to handle crisis situations and day-to-day events. Have demonstrable working knowledge on vulnerable adult’s laws, 245D Qualifications: Holds a bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related field to developmental disabilities (e.g. mental health, psychology, social work, special education, speech pathology, or occupational therapy) AND has at least 1 year of experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities/related conditions OR 1 of the 3 options below: 1. An associate degree in a field related to human services or public relations AND 2 years of full-time experience providing direct care to individuals with Intellectual/Developmental disabilities and/or related conditions as well as mental health diagnosis and complex medical needs. 2. A diploma in a field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary institution AND 3 years of full-time experience providing direct care to individuals with Intellectual/Developmental disabilities and/or related conditions as well as mental health diagnosis and complex medical needs. 3. A minimum of 50 hours education and training related to human services and disabilities AND 4 years of full-time experience providing direct care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or related conditions as well as mental health diagnosis and complex medical needs.
Deadline:
07/08/2022
How to Apply:
Please send resume to: [email protected] OR apply through Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?t=behavior+technician+white+bear+lake+area+needed&jk=b2fae46296d690ee&_gl=1*rpfdyw*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2NTE1MjEzODQuQ2p3S0NBandncjZUQmhBR0Vpd0EzYVZ1SWRVa280LVlLSmVJU0E2cUlTNEJzVWszSXFjSVpLdHl3MUM2RGlwRVRLaHZoWHA5d3U5US1Sb0NGTUVRQXZEX0J3RQ..&_ga=2.165552447.1206250019.1655736288-723166481.1641255589 |