About DDI

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) was founded in 1961 to address the special education needs of children with autism and other developmental disabilities and provide therapeutic intervention.

Today, DDI is a dynamic, nonprofit, multi-site agency, each day serving hundreds of children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities, providing educational, residential, habilitative, vocational, transportation, and self-direction support to the Long Island community.

DDI's educational, residential, day, and vocational supports are as diverse as the people we serve. Through more than 60 years of sustained effort, DDI has grown substantially.

Our agency recognizes the unique needs of each person for whom we care and maintains the highest standards of teaching for our children, adults, and families, as well as training for our staff. We pride ourselves on utilizing research-based methods across all agency programs.

Our Purpose

We help children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities experience personal growth and fulfillment.

Our Core Values:

Integrity

We adhere to moral and ethical principles.

Dignity

We treat each other as being worthy of honor and respect.

Compassion

We act with caring and kindness.

Teamwork

We work together to achieve common goals.

Salary Range: $25.00- $27.50/hour

What you'll do at DDI:

• Observe and interview staff regarding behavioral concerns to inform the Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)/Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) Assistant.
• Implement specific behavior support strategies as outlined in the Behavior Support Plan (BSP) including but not limited to, preference assessments, functional communication, and differential reinforcement interventions.
• Implement and monitor ongoing data collection to assess progress of the BSP.
• Observe staff working with individuals to ensure BSP is being followed.
• Provide feedback and modeling for staff on implementation of behavior support strategies.
• Collect and record data, complete progress reports regarding behavioral, social skills and life skills in a timely manner.
• Implement and monitor ongoing data collection to assess progress of communication programs.
• Ensure consistency between existing the communication plan and needs identified in the BSP.
• Coordination of review and monitoring usage of SCIP-R.
• Provide (with BIS/BIS Assistant) in-service training for staff regarding behavior plans, general behavior support methods and individual needs, etc.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, IDTs, annual meetings.
• Attend departmental meetings with supervisor and peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of procedures for handling emergencies.
• Demonstrate familiarity with state and federal regulations in the psychology, communication, and life safety areas of support.
• Demonstrate knowledge of DDI’s policies on the treatment of problem behavior.
• Determine when it is appropriate to inform/ask supervisor for assistance.
• Advance own knowledge of the field by reading, attending continuing education opportunities, etc.
• Independently work the hours and times necessary to meet the needs of the caseload.
• Work and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Serve as a role model of professional behavior in such areas as dress, interpersonal relations, and job performance.

What you bring to DDI:

• A High School diploma or equivalent
• The ability to read, understand and follow safety guidelines.
• A completed 40 hours of RBT qualified training.
• A successfully completed RBT initial competency assessment.

What DDI can offer you:

• The ability to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we support
• Generous paid time off
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement and more!

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.

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