Prevention & Intervention Specialist

Be the one who makes a difference At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education. As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities. Be the one who makes a difference—with us. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Prevention & Intervention Specialist will provide oversight of programming to support all aspects of prevention and intervention programs aimed to ameliorate problems that may be adversity affecting student achievement by providing a safe and supportive learning environment. Validates prevention and intervention programming, and identifies trends and needs in Vertex-managed schools to optimize programming, professional development, and support to staff and students. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Note: The essential functions below describe the general requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or most of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks, responsibilities or competencies may be documented in the incumbent's performance objectives as outlined by the incumbent's immediate supervisor or manager. Oversee behavior needs and behavioral support systems at all Arizona, Nevada, and Texas schools managed by Vertex Education. Collaborates with members of Vertex to understand content requirements and practices of the campus-based prevention and intervention programs and ESS Department. Design, research, deliver, and support professional learning opportunities for schools managed by Vertex Education pertaining to the understanding of prevention and intervention support systems, which includes, but is not limited to, behavior interventions, counseling, program best practices, data analysis, collection, and application, FBA's, BIPS, social-emotional learning, etc. Represent the schools managed by Vertex Education in matters related to compliance to ensure the staff and campuses are maintaining procedures that will ensure state and federal compliance. Attends Level 2 and Level 3 meetings to provide support to campus teams. Provides operational insights for programmatic changes and refinements to Vertex Education supervisors. Performs other related duties as required by the supervisor. Provide leadership and support in developing site-based social-emotional support systems, including PBIS, counseling, behavior intervention, threat assessments, and crisis prevention and response. Collect, prepare, and analyze data for prevention and intervention programs. Engage with Vertex and site leadership in data-based decision-making and problem-solving within ongoing needs assessments to guide systemic development of tiers 1, 2, and 3 within prevention and intervention programs. Provides direction, coordination, and guidance to the Network's school counseling and student support coach program. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY: N/A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Education, Certifications & Experience: Master's degree or higher in a field pertinent to the education of students with disabilities, preferably in special education specializing in behavioral science. Licensure in a field pertinent to social/emotional needs, such as Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Social Work, or School Psychology. Work Experience or Related Experience: 3 years of experience in Special Education service provision. Ability to articulate knowledge and impart professional judgment clearly and comprehensively. Leadership experience preferred. BACKGROUND CHECKS: The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check. Must be able to obtain and hold a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at all times. PHYSICAL AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT: Travel between campuses is required up to 60% of the time. Valid Arizona driver's license. This position requires lifting objects (up to 25 pounds) occasionally. This position may require sitting for long periods, talking on the phone, standing, kneeling, stooping, and concentrating. Local, in-state, and out-of-state travel is required. Be excited to be a part of our team and grow your career with us Be the one who enables us to positively impact over 258,000 students across multiple states while driving our growth forward so we can enrich even more lives. Be the one who helps us achieve excellence for over 226 schools that we support with academics, finance, technology, human resources, communications, marketing, facilities, construction, and food services. Be the one who is a diverse thinker, a team player, a smart risk taker, an innovator, and a difference maker by encouraging others to climb higher and reach farther to further education. Be yourself surrounded by wonderful people who care about you, value your unique skills, and lift you up. Be supported in your work by caring leaders and team members who want you to succeed. Be empowered to make a difference and climb higher and reach farther to change lives through education. Be well in all aspects of your life from your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to your finances. Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance. Be able to care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits and invest in your future with 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions. Enhance your growth and development with mentoring and money to take training classes. Thrive in a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where we treat others with fairness and respect, celebrate diversity, and elevate equality and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer. Be the one who makes a difference With an innovative mind, a hungry heart, and engaging spirit you can change lives through education. Be a part of Vertex Education and let's make a difference together. Apply Today