Behavioral Specialist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Summary: To provide support, consultation, in-service, and advisory services to teachers and parents regarding the implementation of positive behavior interventions and alternate placement programming for students with behavioral and/or mental health needs (including, but not limited to autism and emotional disturbance). ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Essential Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities: Duties may be modified, or additional duties may be assigned. Assist in developing, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring individual behavior management plans for students with behavioral and/or mental health needs. Ability to aid and support staff in maintaining effective management of student behavior. Assist with students\' behavioral intervention plans as well as their communication needs. Provide crisis management. Participate as a member of the IEP team as appropriate. Conduct observations and complete behavior management reports. Develop and implement professional development in areas related to behavioral and mental health. Assist students with daily living tasks such as toileting, personal hygiene, and eating. Promote awareness, communication, and public relations between parents and community partner agencies regarding behavior and mental health services. Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents. Mechanical, Technical Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications, Experience Training in the Ukeru behavioral management system preferred. Bachelor\'s degree in Psychology, Special Education, or Behavioral Science, Master\'s preferred Must possess good verbal communication skills and basic computer skills. Must be able to articulate student progress either verbally or as needed on reports and documentation. Knowledge and ability to follow and teach a variety of general tasks, and the ability to operate systematically and logically to assist the student to learn. Ability to develop positive working relationships with students and families. Be patient and persistent. Possess the ability to remain focused and calm, and have the ability to inspire and motivate. Must have the ability to be spontaneously creative when working with students and provide positive redirection to undesired behaviors. Ability to maintain confidential information, display good judgment, and respond to emergencies or difficult situations. Must possess the skills and abilities to advocate for students\' dignity and rights in the public arena, respecting and protecting student confidentiality. Self-confidence, good judgement, and attention to detail is a must. Must maintain excellent attendance and punctuality. Maintains all safety protocols and ensures the student area is clean and sanitized per policy and procedure. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: dferderer@sunshineresources.org Apply Online: www.sunshinehouseinc.org E-Mail a Work Application: dferderer@sunshineresources.org