Auto Insurance, Behavioral Intervention, Communication Skills, Crisis Management, Developmental Disabilities, Documentation, Driver's License, Emergency Response, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Strategic Analysis, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
Be Part of our Circle.
We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.
The Behavior Support Specialist is a full-time (40 hours/week) hourly role
What you will do:
- Deliver live classroom trainings on topics including but not limited to Mandt (or other agency-approved crisis management curriculum), Positive Behavior Supports, Core Booster, and Foundations.
- Observe, assess, and provide support as necessary to participants in need of behavioral support/assistance
- Provide RBT services as scheduled and outlined in an individual's Behavior Support Plan.
- Evaluate effectiveness of strategies implemented and work with BCBA to suggest changes to short- and long-term strategies as necessary.
- Work as a liaison between people supported, their program teams, the Behavior Team, and families.
- Utilize behavioral and Mandt skills to assist staff during crisis events.
- Provide documentation in accordance with agency, funder, and professional guidelines.
What you can expect from us:
We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions.
We’ll help you help others. You’ll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.
- You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
- Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
- Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, retirement, and time off.
What we expect of you:
The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:
Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people.
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s Degree or some college preferred)
- Two or more years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or work in educational field
- Experience supervising and implementing behavior plans preferred
- Registered Behavior Technician Certification (agency can provide RBT certification)
- Reliable vehicle with valid driver’s license and auto insurance at time of hire.
We look forward to welcoming someone with the following knowledge and skills:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Knowledge navigating an online database
- Ability to build relationships across agency program
- Ability to teach and break down behavior intervention techniques so that they are understandable and achievable
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to respond appropriately in emergency/crisis situations
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
- Dedication to staying educated on new/novel behavior support techniques and trends
Join our circle.
Apply today.
About St. Louis Arc:
Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 500+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.