Behavior Support Assistant- Sayville

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director/Program Administrator, and under the clinical guidance of the Behavior Intervention Specialists, an employee of this class is responsible for the daily supports and implementation of behavioral strategies specifically listed in individualized plans to assist individuals in managing their day, including self-care tasks and various activities. Performs related work as requested which includes, but not limited to, supporting other individuals in the program as needed.

Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide enhanced individualized behavioral health supports.


• Implements behavior plans and data collection as written.


• Meets with BIS and Program Administration regularly to maintain continuity of care.


• Responsible for assisting BIS to ensure data collection is taken correctly and in a timely manner.


• Acts as a mentor to supporting staff and provides ongoing observations and modeling in areas of behavioral health supports.


• As required and with specific training, assists with crisis intervention.


• Assists other Behavior Intervention Specialists as needed.


• Attends meetings with individual and support staff.


• Submits written reports (Case Action Summaries) on significant events which have occurred to the individual in program, the community or residential setting.


• Maintains program setting in a neat, organized manner; adheres to safety standards.


• Brings to the attention of supervisor any changes in the health condition of the individual or any other pertinent information.


• Immediately contacts medical department in case of injury, seizure or changes in individual’s health status.


• As needed, assists individual in/out of van.


• Assists individual, with toileting and personal hygiene.


• Assists individual, as needed, in transferring/lifting.