Behavior Specialist, Spring Empowerment Academy

1 month ago

Houston, United States Spring Independent School District Full time
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 apply behavioral principles
  • 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 problem-solving 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 decision-making 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.
  • Receive job related training and maintain all certifications
  • Refer students and families to community resources
  • Serve as the liaison to provide communication and support to students in the special education and general education populations
  • Perform all other duties as assigned


WORKING CONDITIONS:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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