Behavior Technician

Who is JD Home Healthcare?

We are a 245D Licensed Home and Community-Based Service Provider who utilizes a strengths-based perspective with all of our recipients. We strive to offer exceptional services that are individualized and ever changing to meet the goals of the people we serve.

To learn more about our company, please visit us online at:

jdhealthcare.net

Job purpose:

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Are you 21 years of age or older? We are looking for a Behavior Technician to provide services to the Saint Cloud and surrounding areas, up to around 20 minutes away from Saint Cloud. Our Behavior Technician position works with individuals to provide in-home care and services on their behalf, as well as contributes to the company and management team with the goal of improving and maintaining high-quality performance standards and reputations within the communities we serve.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide services to individuals who are more likely to engage in behaviors, such as but not limited to, physical aggression, verbal aggression, elopement, self-injurious behavior, and property destruction
• Ability to understand and implement a variety of support plans and individual service plans
• Maintain compliance with federal and state standards and laws
• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of services within a designated caseload with the direct support and guidance of management
• Gather and document information in order to support individual needs and goals
• Ability to track and chart data on a daily basis in compliance with company expectations
• Communicate frequently with managers and coordinators, especially in response to behavioral incidents
• Uphold confidentiality and privacy of individuals and staff members
• Ability and willingness to fill in Direct Support Professional roles as needed
• Medication administration
• Assist with cash transactions, accurately track spending, and maintain receipts
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including but not limited to, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, and peri-care
• Perform exemplary direct support duties, with a willingness to go above and beyond
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Qualified applicants must be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. Other qualifications include:

• 1+ years of experience working with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviors
• Ability to pass a background check with the MN Department of Human Services
• Knowledge of federal and state healthcare laws and regulations
• Willingness to travel to and from surrounding areas as needed
• Reliable transportation and a current driver’s license
• Clear driving record (No DUI/DWI convictions in the past 5 years)
• Vehicle, driver’s license, and valid auto insurance per the State of Minnesota
• Fluently read, understand, speak, and write the English Language
• Dynamic communication skills, working techniques, and ability to multitask
• General computer skills/knowledge
• Working cell phone with internet access
• Experience with Positive Supports and Crisis Interventions
• A working understanding of the abstract nature of maladaptive behavior
• Ability to read, understand, and follow specific Protocols, potentially including but not limited to, Seizure Protocol, Functional Behavior Assessment, Behavior Reduction Protocol, etc..

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience working with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviors
• 3+ years of working experience in healthcare or mental health, with a focus on individuals with high behaviors and disabilities.
• Familiarity with medication administration and medical documentation
• AA degree

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Cloud, MN 56303 (Required)