Behavior Support Specialist

Job overview

The Behavior Support Specialist role is in person in Clarksville, TN, with starting pay of $18 per hour; the posting notes a pay increase for licensed BSS. The role works alongside Behavior Analysts and a collaborative care team to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral challenges. The position helps individuals build independence and quality of life through person-centered daily assistance and individualized behavior strategies. It also supports treatment goals through documentation, observation, and collaboration with Behavior Analysts, families, and other team members.

What you'll do

• Provide personal care and daily living assistance
• help with meal preparation and feeding
• administer medications and provide first aid according to healthcare instructions and company policies
• implement behavior support strategies developed by a Behavior Analyst
• encourage independence, communication, social development, and life skills
• maintain a safe and respectful environment
• 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

intellectual and developmental disabilities

autism support

person-centered care

daily living assistance

behavior strategies

clarksville tn

home care preference

full-time

starting at $18/hr

flexible scheduling

health insurance

dental insurance

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible scheduling
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• opportunity to build behavioral health and human services experience.

Why this role

Flexible scheduling; health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company matching; opportunity to build experience in behavioral health and human services.

About the employer

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