Behavior Support Specialist

Job overview

The Behavior Support Specialist role is in person in Cleveland, TN. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour without a license; the posting also states a pay raise for licensed BSS. The role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral challenges alongside Behavior Analysts and a collaborative care team. The specialist provides person-centered daily support and implements individualized behavior strategies to promote independence, communication, social development, and positive life skills. Accurate documentation and collaboration with families and care-team members help monitor progress toward treatment goals.

What you'll do

• Provide personal care and daily living assistance
• assist with meal preparation and feeding
• administer medications and provide first aid according to healthcare instructions and company policies
• implement individualized behavior support strategies developed by the Behavior Analyst
• encourage independence, communication, social development, and life skills
• document services, observations, and progress while maintaining HIPAA compliance
• collaborate with Behavior Analysts, families, and team members
• respond to challenging situations using evidence-based behavior management techniques.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

behavior support specialist

behavioral health

idd support

autism support

person-centered care

daily living assistance

behavior strategies

cleveland tn

home care preference

starting at $18/hr

health insurance

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Starting pay of $18.00 per hour without a license, with a pay raise for licensed BSS
• flexible scheduling
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching.

Why this role

Flexible scheduling options; health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company matching; licensed BSS receives a pay raise, as stated in the posting.

About the employer

HOME CARE PREFERENCE LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.