Behavior Intervention Specialist, Pico Union, Glendale & Arleta, Ca

Behavior Intervention Specialist will provide behavioral improvement for recuperative care guests and others with developmental and behavioral challenges using ABA principles. Responsibilities include studying guest behavior, creating behavior support plans, responding to situations, and communicating with guests and team members.

Requirements

• Proven and relevant experience working with older adults or those with diverse abilities and maladaptive behaviors
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant experience working with individuals
• Bachelor's degree in advanced behavioral Analysis (ABA) preferred
• High School Diploma or GED (minimum)
• Registered Behavior Technician certificate from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work under high stress situations
• Exhibits significant reliable habits, including timeliness and organizational skills
• Clinical expertise in crisis intervention, skill in working with the mental health/ill population, and with individuals undergoing acute episodes of psychiatric distress