Job: Behavior Specialist/Adult Services

BFAIR
771 South Church Street
NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247

Phone:413-664-9382
Fax:413-664-6293
Website:bfair.org

Company Description:
We are a national and state accredited human service agency responsive to the unique needs of people with disabilities and their families through: a dedication to excellence; diverse service options;safe and healthy environments; fiscal responsibility; community partnerships; career opportunities and advancement. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, age, and disability, military or veteran status, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being an member of the Reserves or National Guard. Also it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law should be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Additional Business Name: Berkshire Family & Individual Resources (BFAIR)

Job Title:
Behavior Specialist/Adult Services
Salary Range:Location:
North Adams
Job Type:Category:
Full TimeHuman Services
Education Level:Work Experience:
Bachelor's Degree
 2+
Description:

The Full Time Behavior Specialist is primarily responsible for assisting with the development of behavior plans, psychotropic medication treatment plan and data collection systems, working with direct care staff and managers to enhance understanding and proper utilization of plans, and ensuring that individuals served receive appropriate and consistent support and guidance needed to achieve their own personal goals and to develop necessary skills and healthy behaviors. The Behavior Specialist also collaborates with outside agencies to assist with collaborative treatment goals.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of two years’ experience utilizing behavior management techniques for individuals with developmental disabilities is required.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Receive and maintain current certification in First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration (MAP) and START Training; Ready access to an automobile and a valid driver’s license. Position requires strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively.