Behavior Intervention and Support Specialist/Supervisor
1/01/07
POSITION
DEPARTMENT
REPORTS TO
Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialist/Supervisor
Family Services
Program Manager
JOB SUMMARY
The Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialist/Supervisor is responsible for the coordination,
support, and on-shift supervision of Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialists.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree in Social Work or closely allied field, or a High School Diploma with two years
related experience in an applicable field. Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialist
experience preferred.
JOB SKILLS/EQUIPMENT
In addition to the job skills required for Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialists (see
Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialist job description), Behavioral Intervention and
Support Specialist/Supervisors must be able to provide effective role modeling, leadership and
direction in the work towards program and individual treatment goals.
Key: Frequency of Essential Job Functions*
Not Applicable:
N/A
Occasional (10-30% of time): O
Constant (over 70% of time): C
Seldom (1-10% of time):
Frequent (30-70% of time):
S
F
*Estimates; frequency may vary between settings
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 Fulfill essential functions of the Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialist role (see
Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialist job description). (C)
 Role model a high level of proficiency in maintaining safety and supervision, while
working towards behavioral and permanency goals. (C)
 Create and maintain program/shift schedules, assuring that all shifts and/or contracts are
covered, and overtime is minimized. (F)
 Provide day-to-day oversight of Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialists, ensuring
completion of job duties. (C)
 Assist in training new Behavioral Intervention and Support Specialists. (O)
 Ensure that all required documentation is being completed in a timely manner. (F)
 Maintain open and professional lines of communication between Behavioral Intervention
and Support Specialists and Program Manager(s). (C)
 Assist in facilitation of staff meetings. (S)
 Participate (as needed) in progressive performance management meetings with Program
Manager(s). (S)
 Maintain a working knowledge of all pertinent SA policies and procedures, and the SA
Employee Handbook. (C)
 Provide on-call crisis support as needed/requested. Carry a pager/cell phone as
requested. (F)
 Provide oversight of crisis management as needed. (O)
 Assist with communication/conflict resolution between Behavioral Intervention and
Support Specialists and outside parties (parents, foster parents, school personnel, etc.)
as needed. (O)
 Additional duties/responsibilities as assigned by Program Manager; will vary across
program settings. (F)
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Key: Physical Demands*
Not Applicable:
N/A
Occasional (10-30% of time): O
Constant (over 70% of time): C
TASK
Sitting
Standing
Walking
Driving
Lifting 20 lbs.
Carrying 20 lbs.
Pushing/Pulling
Climbing stairs
Bending at waist
Twisting at waist
Kneeling/squatting
Crawling
Reaching above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand
movements
Seldom (1-10% of time):
Frequent (30-70% of time):
S
F
*Estimates; may vary between settings
FREQUENCY
F
F
F
O
S
S
O
O
O
O
O
S
O
O
COMMENTS
Includes transportation of
children in care
Includes use of standard office
equipment
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