Behavior Specialist - San Jose, United States - AchieveKids

AchieveKids

Verified Company

San Jose, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

**Behavior Specialist
Job Announcement

AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs.

The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.

LOCATION
San Jose Campus: 1212 McGinness Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127

DESCRIPTION
This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt, day shift position that reports to the Director of Education.

The Behavior Specialist is a member of the classroom team, helping support the skill development of each student within the classroom and on their caseload.

The behavior specialist works in partnership with the credentialed classroom teacher and the supervising behavior support team member.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Be a member and partner to a classroom team serving students with complex special education needs.
Work with students to support behavioral and educational goals in accordance with Teacher's directions.
Collect, input, and analyze data and metrics on student progress on behavior goals in student IEP's and BIP's.
Develop, maintain, and support positive behavioral practices to promote skill development.
Review incident reports and all behavior data on a regular basis to insure that behavior plans are actively being implemented in the classrooms and that student safety is a top priority.
Participate in debriefings of difficult or unusual incidents.
Provide training in behavior theory and approaches to AchieveKids' staff, families, and transportation staff.
Successfully complete all aspects of Safety-Care training; be prepared to implement all techniques and maintain certification. Train other staff members in the principles of Safety-Care.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree
Continuing coursework towards Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst certification (BCaBA), or Master's degree in related field of study including Behavior Analysis is preferred
Experience supporting youth with severe behavioral, developmental, and emotional difficulties in community settings.
Valid California Driver's License and Clean California DMV record required
TB Clearance
DOJ Background check clearance

PAY RANGE

BENEFITS

Generous Total Rewards Package
7 paid weeks off, plus additional time off accrual
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
Retirement plan with generous company match
Scholarship and Grant opportunities
Tuition and professional development assistance
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Pet insurance, travel insurance, financial assistance, and other local vendor perks
A fun, positive, and strengthbased learning environment