Behavioral Support Specialist

Together, Making a Difference

Are you passionate about supporting others and making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Opportunity Services is looking for a compassionate and motivated Behavioral Support Specialist to join our team in Byron, MN. In this role, you'll provide individualized, positive behavioral support that helps people build skills, navigate challenges, achieve their personal goals, and thrive in their communities.

OS team members spend their days implementing community-based recreational activities/outings, and providing supports to meet our consumers' physical, emotional, and interpersonal needs. Our culture at OS is defined by our teamwork of helping, listening to and supporting one throughout the organization. We are looking for new team members who want to Make a Difference and care about the people they serve and work with!

No Nights or Weekends!

Hours and Benefits of the Behavioral Support Specialist:

• This position offers a starting pay range of $19-$21 per hour, with starting wages determined based on education, relevant experience, and qualifications.
• Schedule: Approximately 35-40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with hours typically falling between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
• Full Time Position Benefits also include:
• Medical - 100% of employee premiums paid by employer. Family coverage is also available.
• Dental, Vision, & Disability Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance (we pay $500 towards your student loans every 6 months!)
• Retirement Savings Bonus
• Employer Contribution to a Dependent Care FSA
• Opportunities for Advancement

Essential and Principle Job Responsibilities:

• Provide supervision to clients in recreational activities, meal times and other various activities in a day program setting and out within the community.
• Assist in the transportation of clients using OS vehicles and follow agency's transportation policies.
• Provide quality assistance with all personal cares.
• Provide and assist clients with medication administration.
• Facilitate positive interactions of clients with community members at large.
• Assist in interaction through positive reinforcement, positive programming, engagement and the use of alternative communication strategies.
• Communicate and work positively with client teams.
• Implement Physical Intervention Alternatives (PIA) strategies when applicable
• Follow recommended Positive Behavior Support Plans specific to each client

Position also known as: DSP (Direct Support Professional), Behavior Specialist, Positive Behavior Support Specialist, Behavior Support Staff

Candidate Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Clean Driving Record
• Ability to obtain DOT certification
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, torque, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, and reach above shoulders repeatedly throughout the day.
• Ability to life up to 40 pounds
• Desire to work with adults with disabilities and/or behavioral needs
• Experience in dealing with disruptive behaviors