Behavior Support Specialist

Empowering Pathways 365

  • Upland, California
  • 30+ days ago
  • $25–$30 Per Hour

Highlights

Empowering Pathways 365 (EP365)is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives ofindividuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the powerof sports. Experience supportingindividuals with IDD in a care, educational, recreational, or behavioralsetting Familiarity with behaviorsupport strategies, person-centered approaches, and ISP/IPP goals.

Numbers & Facts

LocationUpland, California
Salary$25–$30 Per Hour

Description

About Empowering Pathways 365

Empowering Pathways 365 (EP365)is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives ofindividuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the powerof sports. Our inclusive programs — including basketball, soccer, fitness,dance, and sports camps — are offered across multiple locations throughout theInland Empire. We believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live afun, active, and fulfilling life, and our team makes that possible every singleday.

Position Overview

EP365 is seeking passionate anddedicated Behavior Support Staff to provide direct behavioral support duringour inclusive sports programs. This is a physically active, community-basedrole working across multiple locations and a variety of sports programs. Youmay support clients on a 1:1 basis or within groups of up to 5 participants,depending on the individual's needs and their Individual Service Plan (ISP).

This role does not provide ABAtherapy. It focuses on behavior support within a recreational andcommunity-based sports environment. Patience, compassion, and a genuine heartfor working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities areessential to success in this position.

Thisis an exciting opportunity to give back to our community and help others live afun and fulfilling life!

Key Responsibilities

Participant Support

Provide direct behavior support to participants duringinclusive sports sessions

Support emotional regulation, transitions, and positivegroup participation

Utilize person-centered and trauma-informed behaviorsupport strategies

Ensure participant safety and respond appropriately tobehavioral concerns

Support clients 1:1 or in groups of up to 5 based onindividual needs

Collaboration & Program Support

Partner closely with sports trainers to supportinclusive participation

Model professional boundaries and appropriatecommunication with participants and families

Support staff and volunteers in understandingparticipant needs and accommodations

Uphold EP365 policies including confidentiality,safety, and incident reporting

Complete incident documentation and follow-up asdirected by program leadership

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of experience working with individualswith intellectual and developmental disabilities

Genuine heart and passion for supporting children andadults with developmental disabilities

Ability to work in a physically active environmentacross various sports programs and multiple locations

Strong patience, compassion, and person-centeredapproach to support

Ability to work both independently (1:1) and withingroup settings (up to 5 participants)

Dependable, punctual, and a committed team player

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Experience supportingindividuals with IDD in a care, educational, recreational, or behavioralsetting

Familiarity with behaviorsupport strategies, person-centered approaches, and ISP/IPP goals

Adaptable and comfortableworking across different sports and recreational activities

Dependable, punctual, anddetail-oriented — documentation matters here

Warm, encouraging presencewith participants — patience and positivity are non-negotiable

DDS training completed orwillingness to complete prior to first session

Active DOJ/FBI backgroundclearance — required before any client contact

CPR/First Aid certified orwilling to obtain within 30 days

Benefits

Why EP365

Competitive pay:$25–$30/hour depending on experience

Flexible, part-timeschedule built around program session times

Work in active, dynamicenvironments — adaptive sports, recreation, and movement-based programming

Join a growing,mission-driven team that genuinely cares about the community it serves

Clear path to growth —strong BSS performers are considered first for Lead BSS opportunities

Be part of somethingvisible: you will see the impact of your work every single session

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