Float​/PRN- Behavior Support Technician | Kansas

Overview

Positions starting at $22.00 per hour!

The Float Team/PRN position is perfect for those who can work flexible hours. This position guarantees 16 hours per week and first pick of weekly open shifts. It allows shadowing in all of our homes to help staff become highly skilled, adaptable and well rounded, and to find client/staff personality matches. Ideally, this would lead to permanent part-time or full-time hours in a preferred home(s).

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals. Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!

Description

Position details

The Float Team/PRN position is perfect for those who have the ability to work flexible hours. This position is guaranteed 16 hours per week and first pick of weekly open shifts. This position allows shadowing in all of our homes; this helps staff to become highly skilled, adaptable and well rounded. It also helps to find Client/Staff personality matches. Ideally, this would lead to permanent part-time or full-time hours in a preferred home(s).

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals. Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!

If you have directly relevant experience, ask about our experience pay options!

What is this job all about?

The Behavior Support Technician is the bridge between people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their communities. You will encourage and mentor individuals by supporting them in maximizing their full potential. The BST role is involved in providing supports to all aspects of individuals life activities, including daily life skills such as cooking, cleaning, hygiene, medication administration, behavioral care, and community participation.

What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like?

A Behavior Support Technician is both a mentor and a coach. In this position you will be working hands on with our clients to provide guidance and suggestions to empower their independence.

• Educating and assisting clients on skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning, and other activities of daily living
• Working with clients to learn and encourage coping skills to address challenging behaviors
• Utilize verbal de-escalation and redirection to ensure client safety when necessary
• Work with Behavior Analysis professionals to implement and follow recommended behavior support plans

What do I need to be successful in this position?

• Be a minimum of eighteen years of age
• Possess a diploma from an accredited High School or the equivalent
• Be passionate about working with individuals with disabilities and increasing their independence; a sincere dedication to the mission and people served by The Arc of the Ozarks is crucial
• Please see the full job description for complete list of duties and requirements

Here’s a Little More

• Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization
• Paid initial and ongoing training certifications and Professional Development Opportunities (CPR/First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de-escalation, Paraclete, Level One Med Aide, etc.). Weekday daytime availability is required for at least the first 1–2 weeks
• Typical shifts are 8 hours in days, evenings, or overnights with primary openings for evenings/weekends
• Potential for annual wage increases
• Retirement Plan – Match up to 4% after one year

Additional information

If you are passionate about people with unique needs and making a meaningful difference in their lives, click the link and apply now to join our team!

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Qualifications

Behavioral Support Technician – Definition

This is an entry level human services position providing supports to persons with disabilities in a residential setting to achieve the highest level of independent living. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. The BST provides support to individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric/behavioral diagnoses and/or autism spectrum disorders. Responsibilities include training and supports in dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, house cleaning, laundry, medication administration, and assistance with personal plans;

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