EMMAUS COMMUNITY OF PITTSBURGH

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:  Behavior Specialist (Exempt)

PRIMARY LOCATION:  Based in main office; travels to homes, workplaces and day programs as needed

BENEFITS:  Healthcare, dental & vision (100% employer paid for family), paid time off (starting at 20 days per year), short-term and long-term disability, $25,000 life insurance policy, retirement plan, & tuition reimbursement program (after 1 year F/T) EOE

PRIMARY SCHEDULE:  Generally, Monday thru Friday 9a-5p; Flexibility required - some evening and weekend hours based on needs of the individuals; emergencies

REPORTS TO:  Director of IDD Services

SALARY RANGE:  Commensurate with experience

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavioral Analysis or Gerontology OR a Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

·         Prior to or upon hire: Training in conducting and using a functional behavioral assessment and training in positive behavioral support (ie: Devereaux Safe and Positive Approaches and Safety Techniques)

·         Excellent communication skills (oral and written); working knowledge of the ISP process, ODP incident management, and HCSIS/EIM.

·         Valid Driver’s License

·         Act 34 clearance & FBI clearance

·         Physical w/ Mantoux prior to date of hire

JOB DESCRIPTION:

·      Ability to work as a team member and agree to supervision by Director of IDD Services

·      Willingness to carry out the mission and support the values of the Emmaus Community

·      Provide specialized interventions that assist participants to increase adaptive behaviors to replace or modify challenging behaviors

·      Design and implement behavioral support services to address the support detailed in the ISP and in accordance with Dept. of Human Services requirements

·      Understand and use a variety of approaches & techniques including Everyday Lives, Charting the LifeCourse, Applied Behavior Analysis methods, Person-Centered Planning, principles of Trauma Informed approaches and Positive Behavioral Support

·      Complete a Functional Behavioral Assessment and develop a comprehensive behavioral support plan within 60 days of the team identifying a need for an individual

·      Promote consistent implementation of the Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) including Crisis Intervention Plans (CIP), Social Emotional and Environmental Plan (SEEP) and restrictive plans (if warranted), across environments

·      Ensure all documentation is complete and data is collected and utilized

·      Know and enforce the rules and regulations regarding restrictive procedures and physical restraints (55 pa. Code 6100.348 & 6100.349), individual rights, and human rights teams

·      Participates as a member of the Quality Management Team / related committees

·      Ensure that all behavior support provided includes positive practices & least restrictive interventions

·      Collaborate with other members of the treatment team, assessing, designing, and directing the implementation of a support plan that uses a person-centered approach for individuals

·      Engage in ongoing sessions with the individual to increase adaptive skill and analyze data

·      Provide educational training and support services to individuals, families and staff as needed

·      Facilitate access to community resources for clients, families and staff as appropriate

·      Research and engage outside vendors and related services; act as liaison between them and Emmaus

·      Serve as a communication resource to families and guardians

·      Complete service notes and compliant billing documentation