(BSD) Male Behavioral Specialist 30hours (1:1)- 1st Shift No Weekends

$750 signing bonus for new hires (paid out at $250 @30, 60 and 90 days)

LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer

Schedule is: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm

Starting pay $16 an additional $1 weekend differential. Medical insurance starting at $25 biweekly.

**This position requires the use of a personal vehicle and proof of car insurance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions to include the following:

• Maintain respectful communication and interactions with consumers at all times.
• Ensure that individuals have resources needed to make informed choices and are active participants in decisions affecting their lives and supports received.
• Assist individuals with personal care needs and skill training.
• Follow all diet protocols as ordered by a physician
• Report any suspicions of abuse or neglect to the Disabled Persons Protection Commission as a mandated reporter.
• Report any injuries or potential health problems to program nurse.
• Assist all individuals with their daily needs and ensure that all activities are reflective of their choices.
• Take initiative to integrate individual into the community in areas of his/her choice.
• Assist all individuals in meeting goals identified in all areas of the ISP/DHSP and complete documentation as indicated.
• Expose individual to new ideas and choices, which assist in their continued growth and development.
• Is responsible for the safety and well being of all individuals. Is aware of and follows all Individual and Program Specific Safety Plans and approved behavior programs.
• Ability to carefully monitor and supervise individuals served.
• Is prepared for and actively participates in all mandatory meetings.
• Demonstrate flexibility in meeting program needs.
• Respects the role and responsibility of his/her supervisor and maintains the same work diligence whether his/her supervisor is present or not.
• Maintain a courteous professional attitude while conducting business by effectively communicating with all LifeStream personnel, family members, and all community contacts.
• Completes all assigned tasks in a timely manner with minimal assistance.
• Maintain cleanliness of program areas
• Avoids bringing personal matters to work that could have a disruptive impact on the consumers or co-workers
• Consistently advocates for the individuals served in all areas above.
• Must maintain current NVMAB certification and attend all mandated behavioral trainings

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintenance of an acceptable CORI

• Valid Driver’s license

• Negative drug screen

• Use of personal vehicle for work purposes

• Commitment to the philosophy of community inclusion

• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year experience in the field of Human Services

• Demonstrated history of quality work performance and teamwork in previous positions

• OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Proficient in reading and writing English and the ability to perform basic math skills. Basic computer skills.
• EQUIPMENT/MACHINES USED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THIS JOB

• The incumbent must maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate equipment and machines used in the performance of this job:
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The ability to perform direct care duties including lifting, transferring and restraining of consumers.
• The ability to bend, stoop, stand and reach.

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