Behavior Specialist

Company Description

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.  

With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life.   

Why This Role: 

• Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference. 
• Positively impact someone’s life.  
• Gain health care experience to further your career. 
• Reliable work schedule. 
• Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same. 

Schedule:  Monday - Friday 8am-4pm

Wage: $65,000/year starting

Perks/Benefits: 

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees 
• Supplemental Insurance 
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees 
• Pet Insurance 
• Life Insurance for full-time employees 
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services 
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees 
• PTO Donation 
• Growth and Development Opportunities 
• Employee Referral Program 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• National Brand Discounts 
• Tapcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday 
• PAID training and orientation 

Job Description

***This position floats between locations in Willingboro and Marlboro, NJ.***

What You Get to Do:

The Behavior Support Specialist is responsible for developing Behavioral Support Plans (BSP) for specific individuals as identified by the Area Director.  The Behavior Support Specialist will assess an individual and develop a complete plan, which outlines support strategies to address specific target behaviors as identified in the assessment process.  The Behavior Support Specialist will be responsible for training the Direct Support staff, and the identified Program Director (PD) on all aspects of the Behavioral Support Plan.  The Behavior Support Specialist will also be responsible for providing on-going consultation and assistance to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for the purpose of updating the plan in response to the changing behavioral needs of the person served.

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master's degree preferred) in a related human services field
• One (1) year of experience working with and for persons with developmental disabilities (DDD or I/DD)
• One (1) year of experience in design, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral support plans.
• A commitment to serving individuals with severely challenging behaviors in the community setting is essential.

Additional Information

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer

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