Behavior Specialist
Job Title: Behavior Specialist
Reports To: Behavior Analyst
Position Status: Full-Time
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Working Environment: 75 Indoors (%) 25 Outdoors (%)
Position Summary: Primary responsibilities include conducting Applied Behavior Analysis, developing behavioral intervention plans, carrying out competency-based caregiver training, data analysis, integrity monitoring and implementation of intervention plans, training and supervising direct service providers, and conducting workshops and seminars. This position requires travel.
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Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in Human Services from four-year college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous Experience Requirements: 2 to 4 years related experience and/or training
Other Knowledge & Skill Requirements:
• Maintains a valid Class D driver's license
• Reads & understands, speaks fluently, and writes legibly the English language
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR - 1st Aid Certification encouraged – will provide certification training if needed
Ability Requirements:
• Leadership and delegation
• Role Model - appropriate behavior to client and staff
• Autonomy - ability to work without immediate supervision
• Multi-tasking​
• Communication skills
• Decision making skills
• Ability to accept and follow change
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Essential Job Functions:
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Follows the behavior consulting procedures and OMI policies and procedure
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Participates in Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA), Functional Analysis (FA), and other specialized assessments under BCBA supervision
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Implements Standardized Interview and Assessment tools, including scoring and concise narrative summary within written report and verbal presentation.
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Develops, reviews, and modifies behavior modification plans using evidence-based principles, including knowledge of recent and relevant research in ABA and ethical problem-solving skills.
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Develops, implements, trains, modifies and tracks results using methods that adhere to Applied Behavior Analysis principles, techniques, and ethical guidelines.
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Structures a plan for implementation of an FBA, timeline for implementation, implements the FBA and uses information to develop behavior intervention recommendations.
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Trains staff, family, caregivers on recommended interventions and monitors implementation to determine the need for on-going training.
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Assists in the development of community/seminar/workshop trainings in the areas of behavior management strategies and related topics.
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Completes two hours of volunteer services each calendar year from among the approved list of community sites.
Other Duties:
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Openly and frequently communicate to clients with empathic verbal communication and listening skills.
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When requested assist with OMI client behavior plans.
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Actively participate and contribute in at least one Organizational committee.
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Participate in Organizational events and activities.
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Professionally represent the Organization and department or site to current employees, volunteers, vendors and community.
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Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
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Observe all company policies, rules, and safety practices.
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Maintains ethical standards.
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Perform other duties as assigned
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Characteristic Qualifications:
• Accountability
• Interpersonal sensitivity and conflict management skills
• Good judgment-including ability to evaluate, make decision, and anticipate consequences
• Initiative and motivation to learn
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