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Behavior Support Specialist (Madison)

Home Care Preference$18–$22/hrMadison, TNFull timePosted 1mo ago

About the job

Pay: Starting at $18.00/hour

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Work Location: In Person

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Are you compassionate, patient, and passionate about helping others succeed? Join our team as a Behavior Support Specialist , where you'll play a vital role in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), autism, and behavioral challenges to achieve greater independence and an improved quality of life.

Working alongside experienced Behavior Analysts and a collaborative care team, you'll build meaningful relationships while making a lasting impact on the lives of those you support.

What You'll Do

  • Provide compassionate personal care and daily living assistance, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene as needed.
  • Assist with meal preparation and feeding while following dietary needs, preferences, and safety guidelines.
  • Administer medications and provide first aid in accordance with healthcare instructions and company policies.
  • Implement individualized behavior support strategies developed by the Behavior Analyst.
  • Encourage independence, communication, social development, and positive life skills.
  • Create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment that promotes dignity and well-being.
  • Accurately document services, behavioral observations, and progress while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
  • Collaborate with Behavior Analysts, families, and other team members to monitor progress and support treatment goals.
  • Respond calmly and professionally to challenging situations using evidence-based behavior management techniques.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), autism, behavioral challenges, caregiving, healthcare, education, or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience in childcare or human services is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to remain patient, compassionate, and professional in a variety of situations.
  • Dependable, organized, and committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care.
  • A genuine desire to help others reach their fullest potential.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Starting pay of $18.00/hour without license, with a pay raise for licensed BSS
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Opportunity to build valuable experience in behavioral health and human services
  • Supportive team environment focused on professional growth and making a positive impact

Please Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned based on organizational needs.

From Home Care Preference's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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