Careers at Sunbreak Society
Where exceptional people support exceptional people!
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Roles
We do things a bit differently here at Sunbreak: we provide a high level of professional training and ongoing support to staff across our organization, with our front-line staff being at the epicenter of our care and attention.
Unlike other organizations you might have worked at, we at Sunbreak have different levels to DSP roles which are based on the clients being served and the professional experience required to excel in these environments. Consistent team support, regular collaboration between DSPs and the assigned Behavior Professionals, and thoughtful DSP-Client pairings are all key components to staff and client success.
DSP: Level 1
Prerequisites:
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No experience needed – willingness and ability to access, attend, and retain necessary training and certifications, with all associated OAR requirements, including a cleared background check.
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18 years of age or older
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Legally able to work in the United States – with associated documentation
DSP: Level 2
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Minimum 1 year experience, with 2 references to verify
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Full-time employee (32+ hours/week)
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Minimum 24 credits of Sunbreak Institute, workday, or other approved training (verification of completion is required).
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Sunbreak Society simulation exercise completed and passed with 85% or higher on evaluation
DSP: Level 3
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Minimum 2 years’ experience, with 2 references to verify
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Full time employee (32+ hours/week)
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Minimum 48 credits of Sunbreak Institute, workday, or other approved trainings (verification of completion is required).
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2 Sunbreak Society simulation exercises completed and passed with 85% or higher on evaluation
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Willing to work in more complex and higher behavioral settings, with training and support
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Able to demonstrate high-level of competency in handling challenging behaviors, situations where co-regulation is mandatory.
Behavior Professional/Intern (BP/BPi) Roles
An essential part of how Sunbreak Society serves our clients and supports our DSPs is through the deliberate integration of our Behavior Professionals into the day-to-day collaboration and care being provided.
Behavior Professional Intern (BPi) Roles
Prerequisites:
Demonstrate strong observation skills and identification of variables associated to increased challenging or complex behaviors (triggers/setting events).
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Minimum 3 years’ experience at DSP 2 or 3 level (see criteria above)
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Full time employee (salary – based on 40+ hours/week)
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Maintained 24+/year training credits (workday, Sunbreak institute, & other approved trainings)
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Minimum 120 shadow shift hours with a lead Behavior Professional
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Recommendation letter from a Sunbreak Behavior Professional, outside Behavior Professional, or other equivalent professional.
Behavior Professional (BP) Roles
Prerequisites:
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Minimum 6 years’ experience at DSP 2, 3, or Intern level (see criteria above) Or a 4-year degree in related field with 3 years’ experience (references must confirm)
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Full time employee (salary – based on 40+ hours/week)
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Minimum 2 years undergraduate course work completed – optional; 4-year degree in related field
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Maintained 24+/year training credits (workday, Sunbreak institute, & other approved trainings) – trainings completed are relevant, necessary, and informative of the behavioral professional role and duties
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Minimum 600 shadow shift hours with a lead Behavior Professional OR demonstration of related work from previous place of employment
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The ability to pass 3 simulation exercises with 90% or higher evaluation
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Demonstrate ability to manage, coach, and inspire DSP’s – as well as maintain a professional relationship with DSP and family
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Demonstrate ability to evaluate interns and DSP’s in a professional and compassionate deliver – while maintaining integrity and ethics
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2 Recommendation letters from a Sunbreak Behavior Professional, outside Behavior Professional, or another equivalent professional/professor.
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Provide evidence of an authored Functional Behavioral Assessment, Temporary Emergency Safety Plan, & Positive Behavior Support Plan – proficiency in these areas are required to become a Behavior Professional, therefore demonstrating skills that are working towards proficiency is expected.