Behavioral Interventionist

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to be certified and apply Hands-on Management techniques according to Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training (CPI) guidelines and/or follow the client who is experiencing significant behavioral problems or has become Absent Without Leave (AWOL) from the facility.
• Protect, care for and ensure the safety of all students at all times.
• Supervise activities of students as needed in classrooms, on school campus.
• Provide crisis intervention for students while at school site.
• Aid students to resolve problems; identify ongoing services necessary to help students to resolve problems.
• Develop and implement behavior management strategies for students, including setting and enforcing limits for behavior.
• Aid students in developing social, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize approved techniques for management of assault behavior.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with or currently using CPI or other method of physical intervention/restraint.
• At least 1+ year of experience with physically aggressive behaviors and behavior intervention.
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations, adapt plans, and support students and staff in high-stress environments.
• Experience with Autism, ADHD, and/or Emotional Disabilities.
• Availability to work school hours (8:00 - 4:00) with flexibility to support crisis situations that may require extended supervision beyond the school day as needed.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and be flexible, responsive, and positive with students, parents, and staff.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree highly preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Valid California driver license and good driving record preferred.

Benefits

• Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
• 403b Retirement Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vacation and Sick Leave Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
• Pet Insurance