If you are looking to make an impact through a meaningful and rewarding career, we are currently seeking talented, creative, and committed people who share our values of Challenging the Status Quo, Building Community, Creating Purpose, and Ensuring Inclusion by fostering individuals’ development, well-being, and growth.

In 1951, The Kennedy Center was founded to create a safe space where individuals with disabilities would have the same opportunities as every other person. We believe every life is sacred and every individual brings value to their relationships, their work, and their communities.

Since then, a consistent thread of giving back has been woven into the fabric of The Kennedy CollectiveSM and all we do. Having grown from a program serving 15 children to a multifaceted organization that positively impacts over 2000 individuals with disabilities annually, our commitment to creating pathways for people to thrive by unleashing potential and empowering abilities is as strong today as it was yesterday.

Job purpose:

Complete agency-wide behavioral supports (In-home, day, residential and school district(s)).

Competencies: (6)

• Service Delivery 25%
• Planning & Organizing: 15%
• Documentation & Data Collection: 15%
• Collaboration: 15%
• Driving Accountability: 15%
• Talent Management: 15%

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete service delivery for Behavior Services Department.
• Supervise assigned Behavior Technicians, student interns and volunteers.
• Receive supervision from the Vice President of Behavioral Services.
• Facilitate the development of assessments, behavioral plans, and clinical supports for individuals served.
• Drive personal vehicle to various in-home settings to complete service delivery.
• Complete intakes, maintain accurate individual records, plans and data collection according to agency standards.
• Maintain open communication with funders and other providers.
• Ensure compliance with all DDS, PRC, and HRC standards for behavioral interventions.
• Monitor appropriate implementation of behavioral plans and accompanying data collection results.
• Act as primary liaison to area school systems, funding sources, psychiatrists, psychologists and other rehabilitation behaviorists.
• Ensure that documentation and files are maintained according to agency, ICF, PRC and other funding source standards.
• Seek and obtain alternative funding streams to include autism waiver and private insurance.
• Chair the Behavior Review and Behavior Plan-Human Rights Review Committee.
• Apply for and obtain insurance vendor number and obtain contracts throughout the year.
• Provide physical intervention with individuals served that may include lifting, first aid, safety evacuations and crisis intervention.
• Utilize person centered planning for all programmatic decisions.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Behavior Analyst Licensure in Connecticut.
• Knowledge of community experience opportunities and supported employment programs for persons with severe disabilities.
• Two years of behavioral program experience
• Valid Driver’s License and must maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• You are required to be in possession of a car on site during your entire shift to transport yourself and/or individuals served to community sites in all weather conditions and throughout all neighborhoods.
• Depending upon assignment, must be able to work in a variety of settings, weather conditions and locations.
• Must maintain PMT and CPR certifications.
• Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office and the internet.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Communicate clearly in oral and written form on a constant basis.
• Work independently; utilize good judgment and possess a strong sense of initiative.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion

Physical Requirements:

• Move weights up to 5 lbs. on a continuous basis and up to 20 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Have physical endurance to use physical crisis intervention techniques which may include restraining individuals.

Our employee benefits package includes Medical & Dental, Life / AD&D, Disability, Paid time off and Retirement.

The Kennedy CollectiveSM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.