Arc of the Ozarks
Part Time/PRN - DSP / Behavior Support Technician
Arc of the Ozarks, Joplin, Missouri, us, 64803
Job Details
Job Location:
Joplin, MO 64804 Salary Range:
$21.00 Hourly
Positions starting at $21.00 per hour!
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 we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits.
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. Support may include daily life skills of cooking, cleaning, hygiene, medication administration, behavioral care, and community participation. If you have the passion to help empower individuals lives - apply now!
What will I actually be doing? 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. You will do this by:
Educating and assisting clients on skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning, and other activities of daily living.
Working with your clients to learn and encourage coping skills to work through challenging behaviors.
Utilizing verbal de‑escalation and redirection to ensure client safety when necessary.
Working with Behavior Analysis professionals to implement and follow recommended behavior support plans.
Here’s a little more:
Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization.
Setup for success with paid initial and ongoing training certifications and Professional Development Opportunities (CPR/ First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de‑escalation, Paracleet, Level One Med Aide, etc.).
Requires weekday, daytime availability for at least the first 1–2 weeks to complete necessary trainings for position.
Typical shifts are 8 hours on either days, evenings, or overnights with primary openings for evenings/weekends.
Currently hiring for between 2 to 16 hours per week with some possibility to pickup additional hours on an as needed basis.
Potential for annual wage increases and bonuses.
Retirement Plan – Match up to 4% after one year.
Looking for more information?
Checkout some videos about our organization and the individuals we support here
https://www.youtube.com/@thearcoftheozarks-springfield/videos
Checkout our website and social media here
https://thearcoftheozarks.org/
https://www.facebook.com/thearcoftheozarks
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-arc-of-the-ozarks/
https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Arc-of-the-Ozarks-Reviews-E421090.htm
Full Job Description BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
Definition
This is an entry level human services position providing desired supports to persons with disabilities, in a residential setting, so that they may achieve the highest level of independent living possible within their community. This is an hourly, non‑exempt position.
The Behavior Support Technician provides support to individuals who have some form of Intellectual Disability/Developmental Disability as well as a Psychiatric/Behavioral Diagnosis, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorders or Autistic Tendencies. These individuals are prone to poor social and communication skills, exhibiting impulsive behaviors, poor decision making, and verbal/physical aggression. Behavioral Observation and Assessment and Crisis Intervention and Prevention Skills are used on a daily basis.
Essential Job Functions
Assist with daily living activities: dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, house cleaning, laundry, purchasing groceries, food preparation, medication administration, and personal funds management.
Provide support to create a safe and clean environment, maintain inventory, and order supplies.
Administer medications under certification, perform basic health care tasks (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, etc.), and treat wounds.
Apply crisis intervention: fire, disaster, and emergency response.
Implement behavior support plans in collaboration with Behavior Analysis professionals.
Record observations, report progress, and assist in documentation and quality support.
Assist with orientation and training of new employees, promote a safe environment and emergency preparedness.
Support clients in community participation, vocational, domestic, leisure activities, and financial management.
Encourage safe and effective use of funds and budgeting.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Good judgment and discretion.
Work varied and flexible hours; adapt to changes.
Respect persons with disabilities; advocacy skills.
Knowledge of crisis intervention and behavior support techniques.
Certification to administer various medications and insulin injections.
Teach basic skills and model adaptive behaviors in home and community.
Maintain safe, clean environment.
Accurate reporting and record keeping.
Effective oral and written communication.
Lifting and physical ability up to 50 lbs.
Certified CPR, First Aid, and Behavior Intervention.
Maintain punctuality and attendance records.
Licensed and insured driver; ability to obtain class E driver’s license.
Minimum Experience and Training Qualifications
Minimum 18 years old, high school diploma or equivalent.
Complete courses: Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid.
16‑hour medication administration course.
10‑hour MANDT System Workshop.
OSHA Health and Safety course.
Abuse & Neglect course.
Electronic Documentation course.
Other required trainings per department or location; refer to policy 8.106.
Traits and Characteristics Desired
Passion for working with individuals with disabilities to increase independence.
Commitment to the Arc’s mission and people served.
Ability to establish rapport, communicate effectively, and cultivate positive work culture.
Open to feedback, growth mindset, and willingness for learning opportunities.
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Joplin, MO 64804 Salary Range:
$21.00 Hourly
Positions starting at $21.00 per hour!
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 we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits.
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. Support may include daily life skills of cooking, cleaning, hygiene, medication administration, behavioral care, and community participation. If you have the passion to help empower individuals lives - apply now!
What will I actually be doing? 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. You will do this by:
Educating and assisting clients on skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, grocery shopping, cleaning, and other activities of daily living.
Working with your clients to learn and encourage coping skills to work through challenging behaviors.
Utilizing verbal de‑escalation and redirection to ensure client safety when necessary.
Working with Behavior Analysis professionals to implement and follow recommended behavior support plans.
Here’s a little more:
Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization.
Setup for success with paid initial and ongoing training certifications and Professional Development Opportunities (CPR/ First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de‑escalation, Paracleet, Level One Med Aide, etc.).
Requires weekday, daytime availability for at least the first 1–2 weeks to complete necessary trainings for position.
Typical shifts are 8 hours on either days, evenings, or overnights with primary openings for evenings/weekends.
Currently hiring for between 2 to 16 hours per week with some possibility to pickup additional hours on an as needed basis.
Potential for annual wage increases and bonuses.
Retirement Plan – Match up to 4% after one year.
Looking for more information?
Checkout some videos about our organization and the individuals we support here
https://www.youtube.com/@thearcoftheozarks-springfield/videos
Checkout our website and social media here
https://thearcoftheozarks.org/
https://www.facebook.com/thearcoftheozarks
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-arc-of-the-ozarks/
https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Arc-of-the-Ozarks-Reviews-E421090.htm
Full Job Description BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
Definition
This is an entry level human services position providing desired supports to persons with disabilities, in a residential setting, so that they may achieve the highest level of independent living possible within their community. This is an hourly, non‑exempt position.
The Behavior Support Technician provides support to individuals who have some form of Intellectual Disability/Developmental Disability as well as a Psychiatric/Behavioral Diagnosis, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorders or Autistic Tendencies. These individuals are prone to poor social and communication skills, exhibiting impulsive behaviors, poor decision making, and verbal/physical aggression. Behavioral Observation and Assessment and Crisis Intervention and Prevention Skills are used on a daily basis.
Essential Job Functions
Assist with daily living activities: dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, house cleaning, laundry, purchasing groceries, food preparation, medication administration, and personal funds management.
Provide support to create a safe and clean environment, maintain inventory, and order supplies.
Administer medications under certification, perform basic health care tasks (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, etc.), and treat wounds.
Apply crisis intervention: fire, disaster, and emergency response.
Implement behavior support plans in collaboration with Behavior Analysis professionals.
Record observations, report progress, and assist in documentation and quality support.
Assist with orientation and training of new employees, promote a safe environment and emergency preparedness.
Support clients in community participation, vocational, domestic, leisure activities, and financial management.
Encourage safe and effective use of funds and budgeting.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Good judgment and discretion.
Work varied and flexible hours; adapt to changes.
Respect persons with disabilities; advocacy skills.
Knowledge of crisis intervention and behavior support techniques.
Certification to administer various medications and insulin injections.
Teach basic skills and model adaptive behaviors in home and community.
Maintain safe, clean environment.
Accurate reporting and record keeping.
Effective oral and written communication.
Lifting and physical ability up to 50 lbs.
Certified CPR, First Aid, and Behavior Intervention.
Maintain punctuality and attendance records.
Licensed and insured driver; ability to obtain class E driver’s license.
Minimum Experience and Training Qualifications
Minimum 18 years old, high school diploma or equivalent.
Complete courses: Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid.
16‑hour medication administration course.
10‑hour MANDT System Workshop.
OSHA Health and Safety course.
Abuse & Neglect course.
Electronic Documentation course.
Other required trainings per department or location; refer to policy 8.106.
Traits and Characteristics Desired
Passion for working with individuals with disabilities to increase independence.
Commitment to the Arc’s mission and people served.
Ability to establish rapport, communicate effectively, and cultivate positive work culture.
Open to feedback, growth mindset, and willingness for learning opportunities.
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