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Australian Foundation for Disability

$15K/mo

Following Behaviour Support Plans and NDIS Practice Standards * Promoting choice, dignity ... Working collaboratively with clients, families, colleagues and other professionals About you We're ...

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Archdiocese of St. Louis

Support Worker

Cottleville, MO

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

The Support Worker helps maintain a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment by monitoring the ... Help maintain appropriate behavior and orderly movement in common areas. * Address minor student ...

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Support Worker

Cottleville, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

The Support Worker helps maintain a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment by monitoring the ... Help maintain appropriate behavior and orderly movement in common areas. * Address minor student ...

Owen Health Care

Individual Support Worker (ISS)

Dayton, NJ

$16.25 - $21/hr

Our Individual Support Workers travel to the homes of our children and adoloscents. You will be ... Your responsibilities will include implementing individualized service plans, providing behavioral ...

Owen Health Care

Individual Support Worker (ISS)

Dayton, NJ · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Our Individual Support Workers travel to the homes of our children and adoloscents. You will be ... Your responsibilities will include implementing individualized service plans, providing behavioral ...

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Support Worker

Cottleville, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

The Support Worker helps maintain a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment by monitoring the ... Immediately refer significant behavioral, medical, safety, or safeguarding concerns to the ...

onehopeunited

Support Worker

Deland, FL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

The Support Worker is responsible for the daily management of a therapeutic residential living ... Mental health or behavioral health settings * Experience supporting youth with behavioral ...

Crossroads Programs

Youth Support Worker

Willingboro, NJ · On-site

$18.50/hr

Treatment & Behavioral Support * Assist with implementing individualized treatment plans. * Support ... High school diploma or equivalent with one year of experience working with individuals with ...

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How much do behaviour support worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for behaviour support worker in the United States is $17.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Behaviour Support Worker vs Support Worker?

AspectBehaviour Support WorkerSupport Worker
Required credentialsCertifications in behaviour management, disability support, or psychologyGeneral support certifications, often including disability or aged care
Work environmentSpecialized settings with individuals with behavioural challengesVaried settings including community, residential, or aged care
Employer & industry usageHealth, disability, and mental health sectorsCommunity services, aged care, disability support
Common search intentUnderstanding roles involving behaviour managementGeneral support roles in care settings

While both roles support individuals in care settings, Behaviour Support Workers focus on managing behavioural challenges through specialized strategies, whereas Support Workers provide broader daily assistance. The two roles often overlap but differ mainly in their focus and required qualifications.

What is a behaviour support worker?

A behaviour support worker is a professional who helps individuals with behavioral challenges, often providing strategies to improve social, emotional, and functional skills. They typically work in settings such as schools, healthcare facilities, or community programs and may require training in behavior management techniques and relevant certifications.

What is the role of a behaviour support worker?

A behaviour support worker helps individuals with challenging behaviors by developing and implementing strategies to improve their social, emotional, and behavioral skills. They often work in settings such as schools, healthcare facilities, or community programs, and may require training in behavior management techniques and certifications like positive behavior support. Their goal is to promote positive behavior change and enhance quality of life for their clients.

What qualifications do you need to be a behaviour support worker?

To become a behaviour support worker, individuals typically need a relevant qualification such as a diploma or degree in behavioural sciences, psychology, or social work. Certification or training in positive behaviour support and experience working with individuals with behavioural challenges are often required or preferred.

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Infographic showing various Behaviour Support Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,962 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Behavioral Support Worker

Joliet, IL • On-site

Trinity Services, Inc.
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$23.57/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the direction and supervision of the program director, the Behavioral Support Worker, will provide in-home interventions designed to stabilize youth and empower caregivers. Behavioral Support Workers will support youth who either meet the criteria for autism spectrum disorder, have a history of inpatient hospitalizations, or are experiencing heightened emotional or behavioral needs, or a combination of the three. Behavioral Support Workers will support youth in developing social and daily living skills, managing behaviors, and improving overall emotional regulation. Behavior Support Workers will coach and educate both youth and their caregivers on de-escalation techniques, social-emotional learning, and typical child development. The Behavioral Support Worker will assist in practicing skills, serving as a role-play partner, and highlighting the youth's strengths to ensure they are gaining confidence and competence in their interactions. Behavioral Support Workers will also work in an office out of the Teen Wellness Center, and at times will interact with or provide support for the youth in the center or their caregivers.
Salary: $49,025/$23.57 per hour
Location: Joliet, IL
REPORTS TO:
Program Director
NETWORK OR DEPARTMENT:
Network 9
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Assisting the youth with developing positive social skills with other children and adults
  • Assisting the youth with building positive, health relationships
  • Providing the youth with positive reinforcement to build confidence
  • Providing services face to face, via phone, office, home, or community setting
  • Providing support and psychoeducation for parents/caregivers
  • Educating, modeling, and motivating the youth to increase their involvement with others in their community
  • Focusing on a strengths-based approach
  • Identifying and providing information about the child's needs and strengths
  • Identification and building of natural supports
  • Setting goals, designing and implementing and evaluating outcomes of programs
  • Supports the youth and family during times of crisis
  • Works closely with a multidisciplinary team
  • Responsible for the timely submission documentation, including treatment plans and billing.
  • Participates in weekly team meetings
  • Traveling from various locations within the community to provide the family and youth with supports
  • Perform other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and experience with diverse populations
  • Strongly self-motivated
  • Strong communication skills
  • Teaching skills, non-judgmental personality, and empathic listening skills
  • Ability and knowledge of basic computer programs for service documentation and report writing

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
  • Operate motor vehicles
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
  • Physical activities that could be used include: driving, balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must have a valid driver's license in the state of Illinois
  • Attend initial and ongoing required training (provided on site)

BENEFITS:
  • Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid time off
  • Sick time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Personal Time
  • Potential Year-End Bonus
  • Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
  • Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)

CLASSIFICATION:
Nonexempt
DISCLAIMER:
Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
STATEMENT:
Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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