Job Title: Direct Support Professional – Registered Behavior Technician (DSP-RBT)

Supervisor: Program Supervisor (PS)

Department: Meaningful Day Program

Part Time or Full Time, Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $20.00 —$21.00—$22.00

Core Values:

Employees are expected to collaborate with clients, families and community partners. They will act intentionally to design each day with new opportunities and honor each person’s desire to express themselves and make personal choices. Employees will focus on their clients’ and advocate in the wider world for acceptance of neurodiversity.

Brief Summary of the Position:

Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, the DSP will support adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), in a ratio of 2:1, in our day program, the community, and in the home environments.

Essential Functions:

85% Direct Support Care

· Supporting adults with ASD with daily living needs (i.e., personal care, transportation, recreational and leisure activities, and community inclusion).

· Provide opportunities for clients to work towards progress on goals identified in their Person-Centered Plan (PCP). Goals include (but are not limited to): community engagement, independent living skills, pre-vocational and vocational skills, executive functioning skills, emotional regulation, positive self-identity, self-advocacy, and functional communication training.

· Maintain positive, professional working relationships with clients, families, and direct supervisor through communication, collaboration, and planning progress towards clients’ goals.

· Plan and facilitate community-based activities related to clients’ goals and preferences.

· Assisting clients with engagement in skill-based classes and client-run clubs based on their interests and strengths.

· Utilize individualized documentation for each client to plan a meaningful day (i.e. Person-Centered Plan, Client Cheat Sheet, Weekly Schedule, Behavior Support Plan, Nursing Care Plan, visual aids and tools).

· Using ABA interventions following the Behavior Support Plan and implementing Functional Communication Training

· Using trauma-informed care supporting individuals with physical aggression

5% Administrative Tasks

· Complete service logs by the end of each shift, reporting on daily activities and progress made on goals in the client’s PCP.

· Attend weekly staff meetings.

· Maintain competence through in-service education activities, trainings, and workshops.

· Utilize all digital technologies available, including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, ADP, EVV and TWINSIS.

5% Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities needed to succeed in this role:

· Person-Centered Approach

o Prioritize the needs and preferences of the client.

o Engage with the individual with respect and dignity.

o Build rapport to form trust with the client and better understand them as an individual.

o Recognize the client’s strengths and empower them to achieve their goals.

o Provide opportunities for clients to practice self-determination such as making choices, solving problems, and setting goals for themselves.

· Coach/Facilitate Learning

o Implements the individualized teaching strategies written in the client’s plan to assist with their skill acquisition goals.

o Use specific, timely delivery of positive reinforcement to encourage repetition of specific actions that benefit the client.

o Provide daily opportunities for clients to practice and maintain learned skills across a variety of environments for generalization of those skills.

· Interpersonal and Communication Skills

o Provide clear and concise instructions, use concrete language, and avoid using unhelpful jargon and ambiguous language.

o Break down complex information to ensure the client understands the information

o Recognize and adapt to the range of clients’ communication styes and modes of communication (including assistive technology and visual aids).

o Active listening to ensure an understanding of what the individual is saying (ex. pay attention to body language, ask clarifying questions).

· Conflict Management and De-Escalation

o Establish consistent routines and uphold clear expectations to reduce conflict.

o Demonstrate emotional intelligence (manage and regulate own emotions, understand and empathize with the emotions of others) to manage conflicts effectively.

o Maintain a calm demeanor and use a calming voice to address conflict.

o Identify internal and external factors that may trigger conflict, and proactively address using individualized strategies for each client.

· Solution Based Problem Solving

o Demonstrate flexibility by adapting to different situations, switching tasks promptly, and making necessary changes to meet the clients’ needs.

o Use critical thinking to gather information, evaluate information, and decide how to proceed with solving the problem.

· Digital Literacy

o Proficiency in basic computer skills such as typing and composing emails.

o Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Teams, Outlook, Word, etc.), virtual meeting platforms (i.e., Zoom), and online platforms for documentation and professional development.

· Time Management

o Provide needed documentation in a timely manner as required by the organization.

o Identify and prioritize the most important tasks to complete first.

o Allocate time during the day with the client(s) to complete tasks that work towards their goals, minimizing “down time” to make the most out of each day.

Required Education/Certifications/Experience:

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), High School Diploma or equivalent. Driver’s license and vehicle required.

Preferred Education/Certifications/Experience:

Minimum 1 year of experience with individuals with challenging behaviors, Mandt certified, Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience, experience with the autism population.

*This position requires applicant to complete a background check and drug screen (arranged and paid for by Itineris, Inc.) prior to hire. DDA mandated trainings and required certifications provided once hired.

Itineris is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, people with disabilities, and Neurodivergent applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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