Behavior Specialist

Starting rate: $18+/hour based on experience. Environment: Special Education Program, Grades K-12.

About the role

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Behavior Specialist to join our award-winning Special Education team. This role focuses on guiding and assisting with school-wide classroom implementation of the positive behavior support program, increasing positive student behaviors. The position emphasizes proactive strategies for challenging behaviors and immediate crisis response, including de-escalation using CPI strategies, behavioral contracts, and interventions documented in students' behavioral intervention plans.

Responsibilities

• Implement targeted individual, group, and system-wide interventions to enhance positive academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and independent outcomes for students.
• Reinforce positive student behavior, redirect negative behaviors, and model effective behavioral strategies for staff.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records related to student behavior strategies (SBS) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Collect, analyze, and chart behavioral data to monitor student progress and inform instructional practices in collaboration with IEP teams.
• Provide practical support and guidance to classroom staff in monitoring individual student behaviors and implementing effective class-wide behavior management systems.
• Apply applied behavior analysis principles under the direction of a board-certified behavior analyst to improve student outcomes and proactively address disruptive behaviors.
• Conduct detailed behavioral observations essential for developing functional behavior assessments and creating individualized behavior intervention plans.
• Assist teachers with preparation and execution of instructional activities, supervising students, and supporting classroom management tasks.
• Provide responsive and effective crisis intervention by employing de-escalation techniques, prioritizing safety, and acting as a first responder to minimize disruptions.
• Complete thorough documentation of behavioral incidents and related reports, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies.
• Adhere strictly to universal precautions and emergency protocols, including CPR, First Aid, and procedures for blood-borne pathogens.
• Identify, report, and address potential safety hazards, actively contributing to the site's safety committee.
• Actively attend and participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, staff meetings, teacher collaboration sessions, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay informed about current behavioral principles, strategies, and educational policies.
• Assist in supervising students during school-related activities, including field trips, bus duties, lunch supervision, playground monitoring, and transportation support.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to promote continuous program excellence and organizational improvement.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or higher in a closely related field of study (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience providing behavioral instruction, guidance, and/or support to children, preferably in an alternative, special education, and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, and/or other related disabilities.
• Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA), including functional behavior assessment (FBA), positive behavior interventions and support (PBIS), and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) preferred.
• Proficiency in motivating students and having critical conversations that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations and make independent decisions.
• Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology, including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Free Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• Free Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
• Legal Services Insurance
• Pet Health Insurance
• Accrual-based Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development

Pay

Starting rate: $18+/hour based on experience.

Schedule

School hours and paid holiday schedule.