Looking for more than just a job? We provide paid training, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to advance as you grow with our company.Do you want to be the best part of someone else's day? This is exactly what we strive for every day at Reaching Beyond Limits Behavioral Health. As a Behavior Specialist Consultant, you'll play a hands-on role in supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and autism in building life skills, communicating, engaging socially, and learning strategies to manage their behavior. Guided by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you'll use evidence-based practices to create positive change - one interaction at a time!What Makes This Role Exciting:Every day is different! You'll never feel stuck behind a desk-your work is active, engaging, and meaningfulReal impact! You'll see individuals grow, gain independence, and achieve personal milestonesProfessional growth! Receive ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)Collaborative culture! Join a mission-driven team that values creativity, respect, and continuous learningWe are looking for an enthused and passionate professional committed to improving the lives of individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. The ideal candidate will be independently motivated to provide excellent service while effectively communicating with your team and supervisor. They will liaise with Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, and Supports Coordination Unit to support individual client's goals. Essential Job Duties:Develop and implement Applied Behavior Analysis Behavioral Therapy (ABA) strategies for adults with autism and dual diagnoses.Administer effective, individualized, evidence-based programs and services for clients displaying challenging problem behaviors to improve their social functioning, communication, and quality of life.Assist in developing interventions, functional behavior assessments, ABA tools, and behavior plans to provide a safe and effective educational environment for clients and their families or caregivers with challenging behaviors.Assist in developing training materials for staff and clients with challenging behaviors.Developing and implementing an individualized and effective communication system for nonverbal individuals.Conduct workshops, training, in-service presentations, etc., on ABA therapy and other topics to develop skills and establish effective relationships with behaviorally or emotionally troubled clients.Provide behavior therapy in many different environments, including the home, day programs, workplace, schools, communities, and others.Able to flex your schedule to make time for working families who may not be able to meet during regular business hours.Engage in bi-monthly supervision groups with Board Certified Behavior Analysts.Have reliable transportation and a willingness to use your vehicle for work-related appointments. Physical Requirements:Ability to push/pull/lift to 50 pounds.Education and Experience Requirements:Bachelor's Degree is required in Social Work, Education, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field.Valid Driver's License and car insurance.Experience working with individuals with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities is preferred.Fluent in both English and SpanishBenefitsPaid Sick DaysHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceFlexible SchedulesAbility to advance within the companyEqual Employment OpportunityReaching Beyond Limits, Inc. and all its entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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