Behavior Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Behavior Assistant to support children's social, emotional, and behavioral development in a nurturing learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Behavior Specialist to implement program-wide and child-specific strategies and procedures.
• Use reflective practices to support teachers in the consistent and accurate implementation of program-wide and child-specific strategies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of mental health services for children.
• Provide training on program-wide and child-specific strategies and procedures.
• Complete a minimum of 15 clock hours of professional development per year.
• Perform other duties as designed.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma.
• RBT Certification (Registered Behavior Technician) or ability to earn certification within four weeks of hire.
• Experience working with young children (0-5) in educational or mental health settings.
• Strengths-based, non-punitive approach to behavior.
• Knowledge of social-emotional development and trauma-informed care.
• Bilingual English Spanish preferred.
• Pass a criminal history, background, and sex offender registry check.
• A driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation, and a safe driving record.
• Complete an employment physical exam.
• Be available to travel to centers throughout the service area and agency.
• Be available to occasionally work evenings and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Competence in using Microsoft Office software suite (e.g., Office 365, Teams, Sharepoint).
• Organize, prioritize, and manage time and resources efficiently.
• Collect and interpret behavioral data.
• Strong intrapersonal skills, including self-awareness, emotional regulation, professional presence, and enthusiasm.
• Manage crises and support de-escalation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Build positive, strengths-based relationships that are culturally responsive and trauma-informed.
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Support children, families, and staff from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.