ARC High School | ChanceLight Education Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA
Pay or shift range: $23 USD to $28 USD.
Final offers extended based on experience, qualifications and other job-related details.
Description
Starting Rate: $23 - $28 /hour based on experience
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking aBehavior Specialist 1:1to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you thrive in a dynamic, student-centered environment, are driven by meaningful outcomes, and bring compassion, creativity, and resilience to every challenge, especially when supporting exceptional learners —We Should Talk!
- Implementing targeted, individual behavior interventions to enhance positive academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and independent outcomes for assigned student(s).
- Reinforcing positive student behavior, skillfully redirecting negative behaviors, and modeling effective behavioral strategies for staff.
- Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records related to student behavior strategies (SBS) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
- Collecting, analyzing, and charting behavioral data to effectively monitor student progress and inform instructional practices in collaboration with IEP teams.
- Providing practical support and guidance to classroom staff in monitoring individual student behaviors and implementing effective class-wide behavior management systems.
- Applying applied behavior analysis principles under the direction of a board-certified behavior analyst to improve student outcomes and proactively address disruptive behaviors.
- Conducting detailed behavioral observations essential for developing functional behavior assessments and creating individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Assisting teachers with preparation and execution of instructional activities, supervising students, and supporting classroom management tasks.
- Providing responsive and effective crisis intervention by promptly employing de-escalation techniques, prioritizing safety, and acting as a first responder to minimize disruptions to instruction and school operations.
- Completing thorough documentation of behavioral incidents and related reports, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies.
- Adhering strictly to universal precautions and emergency protocols, including CPR, First Aid, and procedures for blood-borne pathogens.
- Identifying, reporting, and addressing potential safety hazards, actively contributing to the site's safety committee.
- Actively attending and participating in team meetings, clinical supervision, staff meetings, teacher collaboration sessions, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Participating in professional development opportunities to stay informed about current behavioral principles, strategies, and educational policies.
- Assisting in supervising students during school-related activities, including field trips, bus duties, lunch supervision, playground monitoring, and transportation support as necessary.
- Performing additional duties and special projects as assigned to promote continuous program excellence and organizational improvement.
‖ Qualifications Required:
- Associate's degree or higher in behavioral sciences or a closely related field of study.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a registered behavior technician (RBT), paraprofessional or related credential.
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management (PCM) training.
- Prior experience working with children, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
- Highly skilled in working with individuals with severe learning disabilities, behavioral disorders and/or emotional disturbance.
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in positive behavior intervention and support (PBIS), functional behavior analysis (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's) highly preferred.
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation and make independent decisions.
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives !
Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:
- https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose
At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Y our path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is Chance to transform lives through education!
‖ Perks and Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health InsuranceAccrual-based Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
- And So Much More!
If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance !
Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!
Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
Some Knowledge
Record Keeping & Reporting
Intermediate
Student Development
Intermediate
Performance Motivation
Advanced
Autism
Intermediate
Personalized Instruction
Intermediate
Problem Solving
Advanced
Attention to Detail
Advanced
Communication
Advanced
Interpersonal Skills
Advanced
Computer Skills
Advanced
Behaviors
Preferred
Detail Oriented
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Education
Required
Associates or better in Related Field of Study.
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Has License/Credentialing
Preferred
Any of the following:
Behavioral - RBT
Behavioral - CBHT
Behavioral - BcaBA
Special Ed Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
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