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Behavioral Support Specialist - Paid Training

Corporate Ellensburg
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Job Description

Summary 

The primary role of the Behavioral Support Specialist is to encourage personal growth through goal-based support as well as providing daily living support to KIM clients in their home and in the community. A Behavior Support Specialist will strive to motivate and encourage clients toward their goals, reflecting the Residential Service Guidelines. KIM is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following shifts:  

Shift: Full time and part time positions available.

Salary 

$17.50 - $18.50 hourly 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Help clients with useful emotional and behavioral regulation techniques as outlines in their individual plans. 

  • Help clients achieve their personal and program goals and evaluate the goals completions and denials.  

  • Assist with client money management such as petty cash, receipts, checkbook and EBT’s. 

  • Assist clients with daily hygiene as outlined in their individual care plans, including personal care such as brushing teeth, bathing, hair washing, toileting, and more. 

  • Administer correct medications to clients and document the activity accordingly, including nurse delegated tasks. 

  • Transport clients to and from all activities and appointments and/or arrange transportation services as appropriate. 

  • Complete all daily/weekly/monthly forms, reports, and data sheets. 

  • Supervise clients’ daily activities and living conditions to ensure adequate health and safety. 

  • Assist clients with cooking and eating daily meals, and grocery shopping. 

 

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations 

None required 

 

Education and Experience 

  • High school graduate or equivalent (required) 

  • Intermediate experience with supporting living, preferably with individuals developmentally or otherwise disabled adults. 

 

Skills and Qualifications 

  • Minimum age of 18 years. 

  • Criminal background check cleared before working alone unsupervised with the clients. 

  • Valid driver’s license or State ID. 

  • Ability to follow instructions, organize and set priorities.  

  • Outstanding communication skills, including active listening, writing, speaking and reading comprehension. 

  • Being able to engage in critical thinking. 

Benefits: 

  • Medical insurance  

  • Dental insurance 

  • Vision insurance 

  • Referral program 

  • Vision insurance  

  • 401(k) 

  • Paid Sick-Time 

  • Employee Assistance Plan  

Skills & Requirements Qualifications