Behavior Intervention Specialist
Devereux, Goleta, CA, United States
Are you looking for a Behavior Interventionist opportunity with a positive work/life balance? Do you want to be part of a stable organization that will support you and your work? If so, consider joining our team as a Behavior Interventionist at Devereux!
Position pays
$28.25/hr .
Position Summary As a Behavior Interventionist, you will collaborate with others to help adults in need in the Ventura County area.
We Offer Our Staff
ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate) and student loan repayment. Learn more here.
Best available, highest quality, low-cost benefit options http://benefits.devereux.org
Ability to work for a stable national non-profit guided by our mission: to change lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country. Devereux California is nestled near the beaches between the Pacific Coast and Santa Ynez mountains; it offers residential services, community living, day programs and clinical services for adults with multiple diagnoses, including autistic spectrum disorders, emotional and/or behavioral differences, intellectual and developmental disabilities, dementia and other cognitive disorders.
Duties Under the supervision of a BCBA, the Behavior Interventionist works directly with clients with behavioral challenges and provides staff training to support generalization throughout the day. Additional duties include but are not limited to:
Reducing problem behaviors while teaching functionally equivalent replacement behaviors.
Implementing the behavior plans of each individual and responding with appropriate proactive and reactive strategies to reduce problem behaviors and support assessments and D-PBIS.
Providing direction, training and mentorship to family members and staff relative to behavioral strategies and implementation of individual behavior programs.
Working under the direction of a BCBA and receiving ongoing training and supervision.
The hours for this position will vary based on client needs, with schedules typically between 9 am–6:30 pm and 12 pm–8:30 pm. Typical work days are Monday–Friday, but weekend availability may be needed on rare occasions. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. Initial training and clients may be in Santa Barbara/Goleta; candidates must be able to work in the area as needed.
Qualifications
Education: 12 semester units in applied behavior analysis and one year of experience in designing/implementing behavior modification intervention services; or
Two years of experience in designing/implementing behavior modification intervention services.
Experience:
1–2 years of experience in designing/implementing behavior modification intervention services.
Physical Requirements
Must take and pass Safe and Positive Approaches (S&PA) training, including initial orientation and re-certifications.
Significant walking, sitting, stooping, bending and standing are required.
Frequent use of computers and office equipment.
Frequent outside activities with exposure to sunlight and potential inclement weather.
Annual TB test every 12 months showing evidence of being free of infectious pulmonary tuberculosis.
Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults and their families every year.
Our Mission Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, servant leadership is embedded throughout our culture. Our mission‑driven, people‑first mindset guides the compassionate, high‑quality programming we provide. We create an empowering, positive, and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful, you will put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and lead, and help us maintain a welcoming and supportive work environment for all.
What Devereux Offers You
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care and mental health services.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance and work‑life balance program.
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace. Drug screening is required. EOE
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Position pays
$28.25/hr .
Position Summary As a Behavior Interventionist, you will collaborate with others to help adults in need in the Ventura County area.
We Offer Our Staff
ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate) and student loan repayment. Learn more here.
Best available, highest quality, low-cost benefit options http://benefits.devereux.org
Ability to work for a stable national non-profit guided by our mission: to change lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country. Devereux California is nestled near the beaches between the Pacific Coast and Santa Ynez mountains; it offers residential services, community living, day programs and clinical services for adults with multiple diagnoses, including autistic spectrum disorders, emotional and/or behavioral differences, intellectual and developmental disabilities, dementia and other cognitive disorders.
Duties Under the supervision of a BCBA, the Behavior Interventionist works directly with clients with behavioral challenges and provides staff training to support generalization throughout the day. Additional duties include but are not limited to:
Reducing problem behaviors while teaching functionally equivalent replacement behaviors.
Implementing the behavior plans of each individual and responding with appropriate proactive and reactive strategies to reduce problem behaviors and support assessments and D-PBIS.
Providing direction, training and mentorship to family members and staff relative to behavioral strategies and implementation of individual behavior programs.
Working under the direction of a BCBA and receiving ongoing training and supervision.
The hours for this position will vary based on client needs, with schedules typically between 9 am–6:30 pm and 12 pm–8:30 pm. Typical work days are Monday–Friday, but weekend availability may be needed on rare occasions. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. Initial training and clients may be in Santa Barbara/Goleta; candidates must be able to work in the area as needed.
Qualifications
Education: 12 semester units in applied behavior analysis and one year of experience in designing/implementing behavior modification intervention services; or
Two years of experience in designing/implementing behavior modification intervention services.
Experience:
1–2 years of experience in designing/implementing behavior modification intervention services.
Physical Requirements
Must take and pass Safe and Positive Approaches (S&PA) training, including initial orientation and re-certifications.
Significant walking, sitting, stooping, bending and standing are required.
Frequent use of computers and office equipment.
Frequent outside activities with exposure to sunlight and potential inclement weather.
Annual TB test every 12 months showing evidence of being free of infectious pulmonary tuberculosis.
Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults and their families every year.
Our Mission Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, servant leadership is embedded throughout our culture. Our mission‑driven, people‑first mindset guides the compassionate, high‑quality programming we provide. We create an empowering, positive, and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful, you will put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and lead, and help us maintain a welcoming and supportive work environment for all.
What Devereux Offers You
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care and mental health services.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance and work‑life balance program.
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace. Drug screening is required. EOE
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