Behavior Intervention Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Watsontown (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16 is seeking a Behavior Intervention Assistant for the Five Star Elementary program in Watsontown, PA. The role supports students with behavioral needs under the supervision of the Partial Hospitalization clinical coordinator and Special Education Program Supervisor.

Responsibilities include supporting teachers, implementing behavior plans, data collection, and collaboration with a school social worker and para-educators.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or a High School Diploma or equivalent with minimum 60 credits in related studies and two years in social services environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred for advancement and broader responsibilities.
• Strong verbal communication and ability to collaborate with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Work with pupils during instructional and non-instructional periods and assist with transportation as assigned.
• Assist in development and facilitation of social skills instruction and behavior-related plans.
• Support data collection and progress monitoring to inform goals and reporting.
• Assist in implementing behavioral plans and participate in community-based activities when applicable.

Skills

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Associate's degree or HS diploma with 60 credits

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Behavior Intervention Assistant

Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16 Warrior Run SD - Five Star Elementary Program - WCC - Watsontown, Pennsylvania

This job is also posted in Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit (CSIU)

Job Details

Job ID: 5880714

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

JOB LOCATION: This position works at the Five Star Elementary program locatedatWatsontown Children's Center.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: The Behavior Intervention Assistant will be responsible to the Partial Hospitalization clinical coordinator and in their absence to the assigned Special Education Program Supervisor.

JOB DEFINITION: A Behavior Intervention Assistant is employed to assist the program staff in monitoring and intervening to address student behavioral needs. The person in this position will be a member of the program support team, which includes a School Social Worker, emotional support teacher and para-educators, Partial Hospitalization Clinical Coordinator and the Special Education Program Supervisor. The behavior intervention staff person is responsible for the efficient performance of assigned activities, including those described below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the direction of the teacher and social worker, work with pupils during instructional and non-instruction periods; accompany pupils to or from their home, community-based training trips, the school lunch room or bus transportation as assigned.


• Under the direction of the School Social Worker and teacher create lesson plans and facilitate social skills instruction.


• Administer arrival and dismissal procedures as identified in the student handbook


• Assist in the Functional Behavior Assessment process


• Assist in the development of behavioral/treatment goals for students


• Assist in the implementation of behavior plans in the classroom


• Support the clinical interventions deemed appropriate by the team for students


• Monitor student progress based on individualized student goals and program norms and expectations


• Maintain current data to support student progress monitoring and student progress in the level system


• Provide compiled student data and graphs for progress reports and meetings


• Monitor and identify the student’s behavior needs within the program environment


• Perform other instructional and non-instructional activities as directed and supervised by the teacher or social worker in charge.


• Upon certification, participate in any physical management of student’s behavior through the use of certified restraint, i.e. Safe Crisis Management.


• Assist teacher and social worker with facilitation of community-based socialization and recreational opportunities.


• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the legal restrictions pertaining to the position of a behavior intervention assistant.


• Under the direction and oversight of the teacher or social worker, work with students in a one-to-one capacity related to the individual student’s IEP, ISP and behavioral goals.


• Never assume in loco parentis.


• Work effectively as a member of the educational team.


• Complete paperwork and collect data as required by program guidelines.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties as assigned by Partial Hospitalization clinical coordinator and/or Special Education program supervisor or designee.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• An Associate’s degree or a High School Diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED) and a minimum of 60 credits in related studies with minimum two (2)years experience in social services environment will be considered. A Bachelor’s degree preferred.


• Evidence of mature and conscientious adult behavior, a serious interest in and solicitude for the general welfare of the exceptional child is expected.


• Ability to communicate verbally, ability to establish and maintain positive working relationship with staff, ability to be flexible in adapting to various student schedules, and the ability to adapt to various student behavioral needs are required.


• Ability to communicate verbally,


• Requires the ability to develop and maintain positive and collaborative relationships, using tact and diplomacy and to remain calm in unpredictable situations.


• Must be flexible in adapting to various student schedules and to adapt to various student behavioral needs required.


• Ability to accept great cultural diversity, flexibility to accommodate a changing caseload.


• Ability to cope with stressful situations and a professional attitude are required.


• Must have ability to communicate and work effectively with colleagues, co-workers, community agency personnel, and students/trainees.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Current, approved Act 34 (PA State Police), Act 151 (PA Child Abuse Registry) and Act 114-FBI Fingerprint clearances are required and must be renewed at appropriate, specific intervals pursuant to Act 153 of 2014 (revised Act 15 of 2015).


• Current, approved Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training certificate showing completion of a minimum of three (3) hours training every five (5) years.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Attend appropriate trainings and conferences as determined by the Partial Hospitalization clinical coordinator.


• Achieve annual training and certification in Safe Crisis Management and restraint techniques is