Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network- Behavior Support Specialist 1891 (Waco, TX)

The Behavior Support Specialist works with consumers, families, and community providers in an effort to meet therapeutic goals of consumers in the Children's Autism Program. Coordinates & provides services for individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities, and for consumers with dual with dual diagnosis. This person will develop and monitor Person-Directed Plans, train others on Behavior Support and provide resources and referrals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Essential Functions

Excellent written communication and computer keyboarding for inputting clinical documentation
Duties include but are not limited to monitoring and assessing consumer behavior, preparing training plans, and teaching consumer social, communication, and coping skills.
Conduct parent training in ABA techniques
Facilitates and provides training in ABA techniques, including shaping, prompting, fading, chaining, errorless learning;
Excellent verbal and telephone communication with consumers, staff, and community providers
Time management required to meet service goals
Frequent travel to provide services for clients, including regional travel about 50% of time and local travel 50% of time.
Stooping, bending, sitting, standing, and keyboarding for prolonged periods, lifting up to 30 lbs.
Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required; RBT Certification preferred
1 year of experience in IDD preferred, with preference given to those who have worked with individuals who have challenging behaviors and provide ABA services
A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field preferred
1 year of case management experience preferred

Hours: M-F 8A-5PM with weekends as needed

Salary: $30,000-$33,280 annually/$ (depending upon educational level and RBT certification or both)

Location: 312 S. 4th St., Waco, TX

Benefits:

Heart of Texas Region MHMR strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employer paid Health Insurance
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Payroll Direct Deposit
10 paid Holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)
**Certain Requirements Needed**

Department: Childrens Autism Program
This is a full time position

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