BEHAVIOR SUPPORT SPECIALIST - APIS Services : Job Details

FT Behavior Specialist **$2,000 sign-on bonus, payable $1,000 at 90 days, and $1,000 at 180 days!** The Behavior Specialist provides clinically oriented behavior support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnosis. The Behavior Specialist will work closely with our clinical, programmatic, residential and day support staff to develop holistic behavioral treatment plans that consider thoughts, feelings and behaviors of our participants within an interpersonal and systematic context. This systemic approach requires participation on a multidisciplinary team and the training of staff, families and caretakers. DIRECT DUTIES: • Conducts Assessments and treatment planning on all consumers. • Develops and Maintains Service Plans. • Data collection and Analysis. • Training and Modeling for Staff. Administrative Functions: • Complete all assessments and documentation as required by RHD, funder, licensing/ accreditation entities. • Other duties as assigned Education and Experience: • Bachelor's Degree Required, Master's Preferred. • Three years of related experience. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Products and Applications. • Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance, if applicable. • Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required. Job Competencies • Effective Communication: Ability to clearly and respectfully communicate with residents, families, staff, and external agencies. Demonstrates active listening and ensures transparency in all interactions. • Ethical Practice: Upholds confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards in all interactions and decisions, ensuring the rights and dignity of residents are prioritized. • Leadership and Accountability: Provides clear direction to staff, models positive behaviors, and takes responsibility for the success of the residential program. Holds self and team members accountable for meeting expectations and standards. • Collaboration: Works collaboratively with other professionals, families, and community partners to ensure quality care and services are provided to residents. • Cultural Humility: Demonstrates respect for and understanding of the diverse backgrounds, needs, and perspectives of residents, staff, and families, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. • Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution: Approaches challenges with a solution-focused mindset, resolving issues in a fair and timely manner, while maintaining professionalism and promoting a positive atmosphere. • Adherence to Policies and Procedures: Ensures compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards, maintaining a safe, respectful, and efficient residential environment. • Well-organized and detail orientated • Excellent Customer service skills (both internal and external) • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Leadership and management skills • Resident relations and retention • Knowledge and understanding of state and federal regulations regarding group home/ residential care • Behavioral issue management and crisis intervention skills • Compliance with regulatory standards • Proficiency in direct supervision, developmental disabilities care and medication administration • Life saving measures (CPR) and first aid certifications Budget management • Previous supervisor/management experience in group home/residential setting • Medical terminology knowledge • Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of the appropriate regulations, Apis values and program policies and procedures. • Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. • Valid non-provisional drivers' license and personal vehicle with state minimum liability insurance coverage. • Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance, if applicable. About APIS Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate's provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.