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Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialist
Company | Yai |
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Location | Plainview, NY, USA |
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Salary | $22.37 – $22.37 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad |
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Requirements
- HS Diploma/GED: BA in related field preferred
- Work or life experience within the intellectual/developmental disabilities field is a plus
- Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Basic written and verbal communication
- Basic computer knowledge
- Valid Driver’s License may be required depending upon the position
- Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions
Responsibilities
- Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations
- Using effective communication skills & time management skills
- Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support)
- Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills
- Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies
- Ensuring health, wellness and safety by managing crisis situations and providing appropriate supervision of the people we support
- Demonstrating a willingness to assist people with ADLs
- Transporting and escorting people we support on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, etc.
- Building Positive relationships
- Maintaining a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making
- Ensuring person centered plans are implemented
- Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing
- Using foundational Teaching skills (EMOE, Task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Willing to take initiative