Positive Behavior Support Specialist, PBSS

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At Surpass Behavioral Health, we provide high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children and teens with autism. Our dedicated team is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and their families. Join our team as a Positive Behavior Support Specialist to be a part of our mission to make a difference.

PBSS are responsible for conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and developing a Positive Behavior Supports Plan for participants in Kentucky’s 1915(c) Waiver programs (Michelle P, Supports for Community Living, Acquired Brain Injury), then providing direct support to participants and training to key stakeholders on the implementation of that plan to promote positive outcomes that promote the participant’s meaningful engagement in their home and community.The Positive Behavior Support Specialist, proactively monitors, develops, and updates behavioral services and plans in the educational setting and facilitating family support services/home treatment plans.

This position will support clients in the Florence school district.

Our supportive environment includes:

• Mentorship and supervision hours for those pursuing BCBA certification

• Certification and Test-prep Benefit Program

• Up to 90% off higher education (degrees, certifications) and test preparation for you and your family 

• Work life balance: Work Monday-Friday, no weekends required!

What you’ll do in this role:

• Full-time PBSS must provide a minimum of 32 clinical direct/indirect support hours to clients as agreed upon hire.Part-time PBSS must provide a minimum of 9 clinical direct/indirect support hours to clients as agreed upon hire.

• Provide evidence-based, individualized interventions that assist a participant with acquisition or maintenance of skills for community living and behavioral intervention for the reduction of challenging behaviors.

• Provide written summaries of findings and recommendations for the participant and the participant’s person-centered planning team.

• Participate in developing and revising in-home treatment or support plans as components of a participant’s Plan Of Care (POC).

• Complete a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) prior to the development of a Positive Behavior Supports Plan, using designated templates and within established protocols and timelines, and in full compliance with Waiver regulations.

• Complete a Positive Behavior Supports Plan subsequent to completion of a FBA, using designated templates and within established protocols and timelines, and in full compliance with Waiver regulations.

We are looking for compassionate Positive Behavior Support Specialists with:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Master’s degree in a behavioral science or human services field is required.

• 1 year of direct experience working with an IDD population is required; experience working specifically with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders is preferred.

• Must have a valid state driver’s license 

• Ability to travel to clients’ and participants’ homes and community settings