Behavioral Support Assistant-Residential

People's Arc of Suffolk mission is to provide dynamic, innovative and integrated services where children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities discover and define their own quality of life and are thriving to their fullest potential, joined by their families, circles of support and our person-centered organization.

At People's Arc of Suffolk’s Saul and Elaine Seiff Educare Center, we understand the importance of the early years in a child’s learning and development. Our model consists of a continuum of services throughout the child’s adolescence, and prepares students for further education, future employment and a life of self-sufficiency.

Role Summary: The Behavioral Support Assistant under the direction of the Behavior Intervention Specialist is responsible for the daily supports and implementation of behavioral strategies in a person's plan to assist them.

Role Responsibilities:
 Provides behavioral support to people in compliance with their support plan
 Crisis Intervention
 Attends meetings with person supported and support staff
 Maintains program setting in a neat, organized manner; adheres to safety standards.
 Notifies BIS of any changes in the health condition of a person or any other pertinent information.
 Submits written reports on significant events which have occurred at program
 Participates in drop off and pick up as needed
 Completed agency fleet training and assists with transportation
 Assists with toileting and personal hygiene, utilizing lifts when needed
 Prepares all required paperwork and computer data entry in a comprehensive and timely manner
 Responsible for basic training on support strategies as assigned by BHS