Nhfca
Behavior Support Specialist
Ventura, California, United States
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 28 days ago
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About the role
- By observing and responding to different behaviors, Behavior Specialists provide guidance and may intervene to recuperative care guests with the intention of helping to alter behavioral challenges in an observable way.
- Respond appropriately to different situations common among guests experiencing homelessness and others with behavioral and developmental challenges.
Responsibilities
- $23.00 - $25.00 All positions require candidates to successfully pass a background check, LIVE scan and TB Test This position is to be filled as soon as possible Behavior Support Specialist Behavior Support Specialist (BSS) utilizes a behavior analysis method to help provide behavioral improvement for recuperative care guests and others with developmental and behavioral challenges.
- The end goal for Behavior Support Specialists is to help guests make changes in behavior that allow them to more easily manage social interactions and situations.
- Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and Director of Recuperative Care to create a robust behavior support plan when needed.
- Communicate with family, GSAs, nursing, social services and other team members and partners to ensure they are aware of how to assist guests when needed.
- Participate, advocate and support guests and staff during VCBH meetings and appointments, as needed.
Requirements
- The employee will frequently be required to lift/pull/push/move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to hear equipment alarms, overhead pages, and direct verbal communication.
- Review and document guest progress through staff communication, charting and completing required reporting.
Skills
- Utilize key communication skills to provide effective feedback to recuperative care guests.
Benefits
- Collaborate with guests' medical provider team to incorporate behavior treatment plan into the recuperative care guest lives.
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