Job description

Pyramid Studios, an arts-focused nonprofit adult day training program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is seeking a Behavior Specialist.

The primary responsibilities of the Behavior Specialist include:

• Ensuring that behavior interventions follow formal behavior plans and agency policies, institute proper TACT procedures and reflect a culture of caring.
• When necessary, coach and assist staff in understanding how to interact with students effectively and correctly.
• Taking lead in behavior emergencies as necessary, seeking assistance as required.

Specific functions of the Behavior Specialist include:

• Leading the intake process for students with identified behavior issues.
• Participating and supporting staff in the implementation of behavior programs and fading processes that benefit individual students.
• Working with management to ensure accurate behavior information is systematically disseminated throughout the facility.
• Training staff in Behavior Management, Facility Emergency Procedures and specific behavior plans.
• Submitting Reactive Strategies information to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities within required timelines.
• Managing a caseload of up to 15 students.
• Attending Case Management and all other meetings related to caseload.

Qualifications

• Four years’ experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Two years’ minimum implementing behavior support plans.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license and safe driving record
• Successful Drug Test
• Successful Level II Background Screening
• Ability to complete all required reports.
• Ability to lift, perform all personal care services.

Starting pay for the Behavior Specialist is $17.00 an hour, more depending on experience. Benefits include group health insurance, paid time off.

Pyramid is a non-profit organization that provides day training for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Visual and performing arts are core components of our services.

Pyramid maintains a drug‐free and tobacco-free workplace and adheres to all EEOC and ADA standards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Developmental disabilities: 4 years (Preferred)
• Behavior Support Plan: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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