Behavioral Support Specialist - Paid Training

Summary 

The primary role of the Behavioral Support Specialist is to encourage personal growth through goal-based support as well as providing daily living support to KIM clients in their home and in the community. A Behavior Support Specialist will strive to motivate and encourage clients toward their goals, reflecting the Residential Service Guidelines. KIM is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following shifts:

Shift: Full time and part time positions available.

Salary 

$17.50 - $18.50 hourly 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Help clients with useful emotional and behavioral regulation techniques as outlines in their individual plans. 

• Help clients achieve their personal and program goals and evaluate the goals completions and denials.

• Assist with client money management such as petty cash, receipts, checkbook and EBT’s. 

• Assist clients with daily hygiene as outlined in their individual care plans, including personal care such as brushing teeth, bathing, hair washing, toileting, and more. 

• Administer correct medications to clients and document the activity accordingly, including nurse delegated tasks. 

• Transport clients to and from all activities and appointments and/or arrange transportation services as appropriate. 

• Complete all daily/weekly/monthly forms, reports, and data sheets. 

• Supervise clients’ daily activities and living conditions to ensure adequate health and safety. 

• Assist clients with cooking and eating daily meals, and grocery shopping. 

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations 

None required 

Education and Experience 

• High school graduate or equivalent (required) 

• Intermediate experience with supporting living, preferably with individuals developmentally or otherwise disabled adults. 

Skills and Qualifications 

• Minimum age of 18 years. 

• Criminal background check cleared before working alone unsupervised with the clients. 

• Valid driver’s license or State ID. 

• Ability to follow instructions, organize and set priorities.

• Outstanding communication skills, including active listening, writing, speaking and reading comprehension. 

• Being able to engage in critical thinking. 

Benefits: 

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance 

• Vision insurance 

• Referral program 

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) 

• Paid Sick-Time 

• Employee Assistance Plan