Behavior Specialist Job at Dungarvin, Wallingford, CT

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  • Dungarvin
  • Wallingford, CT

Job Description



At Dungarvin, you have the ability to make someone's life better! Embrace the opportunity to change someone's life by assisting people with disabilities.

Job Description



Salary starting at $52,800

The Behavior Specialist (BS) is responsible for developing Behavioral Support Plans (BSP) for specific individuals as identified by the behavior specialist Supervisor. The BS will assess an individual and develop a complete plan, which outlines support strategies to address specific target behaviors as identified in the assessment process. The BS will be responsible for training the Direct Support staff, and the identified Program Director (PD) on all aspects of the Behavioral Support Plan. The BS will also be responsible for providing on-going consultation and assistance to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for the purpose of updating the plan in response to the changing behavioral needs of the person served.

Qualifications



The Behavior Specialist must have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree (Master's degree preferred) in a related human services field, psychology, special education, social work or counseling, and one year of experience working with and for persons with developmental disabilities in design, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral supports. A commitment to serving individuals with severely challenging behaviors in the community setting is essential.

  • Must possess a Bachelor's college degree (related field of human services).
  • Must have 1 yr experience working in the field with DDD population.
  • Must have 1 yr experience writing and implementing behavior support plans.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age. 
  • Must possess a driving record that is acceptable by the agency’s insurance company.

Additional Information

  • Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (With Flexibility)
  • 401(k) plan available
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Employee referral bonus program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

10/16

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Job Tags

Full time,

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