Behavior Specialist, Spring Empowerment Academy - Houston, United States - Spring Independent School District

Spring Independent School District

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

DAYS PER YEAR:187

SALARY MIN:
$59,195

JOB TITLE:
Specialist - Behavior Empowerment

REPORTS TO:
Campus Administrator

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
Exempt

PAY GRADE:
AI 2

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Specialist - Behavior Empowerment is responsible for providing leadership and assistance to district and campus staff in the development and implementation of positive behavior supports for students with significant emotional and/or behavioral concerns, as well as providing one-to-one support and interventions directly to the identified students.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, champion the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in teaching, counseling, social work, mental health, psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Three years of successful professional experience in schools or programs working directly with students with behavioral concerns and/or special needs
Three years successful, professional experience in schools or programs working with parents of students with behavioral concerns and/or special needs
Valid Texas teacher certification for the assigned grade level

Preferred:

Administrative and/or counseling certification
Administrative experience at a campus and/or district level
Experience working with homeless, foster and/or LGBTQ youth
Licensed Social Worker
Master's degree in administration, teaching, counseling, social work, mental health, psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Supervisory experience
Special education certification
Three years classroom teaching experience

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Ability to maintain an awareness of culturally relevant issues and provide culturally sensitive services
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
Ability to utilize a trauma informed approach when working with students
Ability to handle intense emotional situations
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to utilize technology and social media platforms
Ability to articulate effectively in verbal and written communication
Expertise in consultation with campus/district administrators, teachers and parents
Ability to work evenings and weekends

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Assist in the development and implementation of behavior assessments, behavior modification plans, behavior goals and objectives
Assist in the development and implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports in the educational setting
Assist students with behavioral problems (i.e. aggression, substance abuse, depression) in developing social, interpersonal and problemsolving skills
Attend ARD/IEP meetings for students with, or in need of, a behavior modification plan for special education students being referred
Attend home visits when approved by supervisor
Collaborate with students in creating and reaching goals and objectives as identified on their Individualized Service Plan and/or Service Plan Progress Reports and/or Individualized Educational Plan (IEP)
Collaborate with schools to develop programs that promote responsible decisionmaking through social emotional education and/or drug awareness programs
Complete, submit, verify and maintain all required documentation (including but not limited to progress reports, intake paperwork, individualized service plans, special incident reports, etc ) in accordance with all applicable standards, FERPA & HIPAA regulations
Conduct assessments to determine student needs and strengths as they relate to specific issues such as academic performance, family conflict, peer pressure, substance abuse or mental health concerns
Conduct formal and informal observations of students with behavioral challenges
Collaborate and consult with teachers regarding field tested, evidence based interventions to support students with behavioral needs.
Model for teachers by providing direct social skills instruction to students to improve behavior individually or in small groups
Participate in weekly student caseload conferences, goal setting and progress monitoring
Provide families with assistance and behavioral modifications for continuity between home and school
Provide assistance as students transition between a less and more restrictive placement
Provide family support at the empowerment campus as needed
Provide individual or group counseling sessions to students as needed
Provide staff development in the classroom; crisis and behavioral management strategies for staff and students.
Provide staff development and training including resources to help teachers with behavioral management strategies.
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