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Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialist-ABIS

Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialist-ABIS

CompanyYai
LocationGreenwich, CT, USA
Salary$22.37 – $22.37
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelJunior, Mid Level

Requirements

  • Must have previously worked as a DSP
  • Completed all required trainings
  • Demonstrated all the knowledge, skills and accountabilities of a Direct Service Professional Level three
  • BA/BS Degree in Psychology or Human Services strongly preferred
  • Enrolled in 4-year degree in Psychology or Human Services field
  • Experience working within the field of ID/DD preferred

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct care services as needed
  • Train staff using the EMOE training system
  • Role model use of person-centered philosophy
  • Develop written, individualized habilitative plans
  • Conduct assessments – both behavioral and habilitative
  • Design effective data collection systems
  • Oversee/maintain the completion of all required paperwork
  • Provide appropriate therapeutically documented level of supervision
  • Train new staff on Level 1 competencies
  • Resource to staff by providing clinical support in absence of the BIS/Supervisor
  • Lead trainer of weekend staff on clinical interventions

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exceptional interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills
  • Willing to take initiative
  • Highly flexible to varied work schedule
  • Experience in computer skills and ability to teach others
  • College level writing ability
  • Must demonstrate assertiveness/leadership skills
  • Must demonstrate clinical skills