Behavioral DSP
Behavioral DSP
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$ $ 21.4 - 21.4
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Special Hiring Qualifications:
Experience with challenging behaviors. Can adjust to new situations people and environments with ease. Can work as a team communicate effectively adapt think ahead and problem solve. Practice flexibility daily and don t get upset when things don t go as planned. Learn to roll with the punches and adapt. Be willing to experiment try new ideas strategies or technology. Be openminded and try new ways of doing things. Accept failure and learn from it. Can learn quickly and modify their behavior to suit different circumstances.
Client Description:
Becca is a passionate playful and genuine 31 yearold woman. She loves her animals and they sometimes help regulate her anxiety at home and in the community. When at a behavioral baseline Becca enjoys social interactions with others especially those close to her and with whom she has formed relationships within her social circles. Becca has a close relationship with her family and likes to socialize with friends whom she has maintained relationships with from Special Olympics. Becca also attends equine therapy where she helps care for the horses and enjoys going out to eat and shopping.
She is mobile but requires a wheelchair for long distances as she tires easily and is at high risk for drop seizures. She also utilizes a gait belt/harness for walking and transfers as she has an extensive seizure history. Behavioral challenges along with ongoing seizure activity continue to be an issue for Beccas daytoday living and functioning. She requires personal care support from her home care provider and staff but has been working on her independence with her continence and hygiene. Becca uses some verbal communication and picture exchange communication (PECS) and visual board communication but requires support in communicating.
Requirements
- Access to reliable transportation and adequate car insurance.
- Prior experience working for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Ability to work together with the client to complete organizational tasks.
- Ability to carry out individual service goals and communication goals.
- Assistance with transportation if needed to doctor appointments and errands.
- Household organization and cleaning.
- Documentation of services.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching (after 1 year)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Employment Type
Full Time
