Community Options, Inc.
DescriptionCommunity Options, Inc.
is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Behavior Support Specialist in Stroudsburg, PA to use best practices and technology within a community-based setting to teach people with developmental disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills needed to live as independently as possible.
This individual must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with a flexible schedule, and respond to crisis situations.
Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance, and supports for an individual
Responsibilities:
Observe and interact with individualsCreate prevention plans and support plansComplete functional assessmentsTrain staff on implementation of plansPrepare progress reports for individual's immediate support groupServe as an active member of each person's Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan developmentAttend staff meetings for various locationsMust cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigationAdditional tasks and responsibilities may be assignedMinimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree/ masters' degree preferred plus one year of experience in developing behavior support plans and teaching staff to implement plansValid driver's license with a satisfactory driving recordComplete all state and agency required training per state guidelinesUnderstanding and commitment to community-based supports for persons with disabilitiesKnowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operationsExperience with problem solving against multiple prioritiesAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supportsAbility to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situationAbility to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written formExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsEmployees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigationPlease send your resume to:
Resumes-PositiveOptions@comop.
orgCommunity Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VQualificationsSkillsBehaviors:
Motivations:
EducationExperienceLicenses & Certifications
Benefits:
Mobile Phone Discount, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long Term Disability, Vehicle Allowance, 401K, Flexible Schedules, Professional Development, Merchandise Discounts, Employee Events, Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Holidays, Performance bonus, Life Insurance, Vacation/paid time off, Employee Referral Program, Maternity/Paternity Paid Leave, Transportation Allowance, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition ReimbursementAbout the Company:
Community Options, Inc.
Community Options' mission is to develop housing and employment supports for persons with disabilities.
Community Options believes in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination.
Embracing this philosophy, Community Options works with individuals with significant disabilities through residential services, day programs, social enterprises that employ individuals with disabilities, high school transition programs, and specialized programs for respite and medically fragile adults.
As a national agency, Community Options seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through person centered and natural supports, and collaboration with community partners to increase accessibility to services.
Community Options does not administer any large congregate programs, recognizing that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs.
In its history, the agency has developed a reputation for quality, cost effective administration that encourages individual choice and flexibility.
We currently operate in 11 states:
ArizonaKentuckyMarylandNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkPennsylvaniaSouth CarolinaTennesseeTexasUtahCompany Size:
5,000 to 9,999 employeesIndustry:
Nonprofit Charitable OrganizationsFounded:
1989Website:
http:
//www.
comop.
org.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Behavior Support Specialist in Stroudsburg, PA to use best practices and technology within a community-based setting to teach people with developmental disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills needed to live as independently as possible.
This individual must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with a flexible schedule, and respond to crisis situations.
Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance, and supports for an individual
Responsibilities:
Observe and interact with individualsCreate prevention plans and support plansComplete functional assessmentsTrain staff on implementation of plansPrepare progress reports for individual's immediate support groupServe as an active member of each person's Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan developmentAttend staff meetings for various locationsMust cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigationAdditional tasks and responsibilities may be assignedMinimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree/ masters' degree preferred plus one year of experience in developing behavior support plans and teaching staff to implement plansValid driver's license with a satisfactory driving recordComplete all state and agency required training per state guidelinesUnderstanding and commitment to community-based supports for persons with disabilitiesKnowledge and understanding of local regulatory agency operationsExperience with problem solving against multiple prioritiesAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supportsAbility to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situationAbility to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written formExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsEmployees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigationPlease send your resume to:
Resumes-PositiveOptions@comop.
orgCommunity Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VQualificationsSkillsBehaviors:
Motivations:
EducationExperienceLicenses & Certifications
Benefits:
Mobile Phone Discount, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long Term Disability, Vehicle Allowance, 401K, Flexible Schedules, Professional Development, Merchandise Discounts, Employee Events, Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Holidays, Performance bonus, Life Insurance, Vacation/paid time off, Employee Referral Program, Maternity/Paternity Paid Leave, Transportation Allowance, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition ReimbursementAbout the Company:
Community Options, Inc.
Community Options' mission is to develop housing and employment supports for persons with disabilities.
Community Options believes in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination.
Embracing this philosophy, Community Options works with individuals with significant disabilities through residential services, day programs, social enterprises that employ individuals with disabilities, high school transition programs, and specialized programs for respite and medically fragile adults.
As a national agency, Community Options seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through person centered and natural supports, and collaboration with community partners to increase accessibility to services.
Community Options does not administer any large congregate programs, recognizing that people with the most severe disabilities need environments, equipment, clinical and staff support that are tailored to their very specific needs.
In its history, the agency has developed a reputation for quality, cost effective administration that encourages individual choice and flexibility.
We currently operate in 11 states:
ArizonaKentuckyMarylandNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkPennsylvaniaSouth CarolinaTennesseeTexasUtahCompany Size:
5,000 to 9,999 employeesIndustry:
Nonprofit Charitable OrganizationsFounded:
1989Website:
http:
//www.
comop.
org.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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