Behavior Program Specialist

TLC - The Treatment & Learning Centers, Inc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Katherine Thomas High School program at TLC - The Treatment & Learning Centers, Inc. in Rockville, MD is seeking a full-time Behavior Program Specialist to start as soon as possible.

This 11-month position, in cooperation with the Senior Social Worker, other high school administrators and senior clinical staff, will develop, implement, and monitor high school behavior management techniques. Responsibilities include providing behavior intervention and management training to staff, data

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in special education with students with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Experience implementing PBIS or other positive behavior intervention programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavior intervention and management training to high school staff.
• Collect, analyze and report behavior data; monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Maintain documentation and records; enforce relevant policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with school social workers and participate in the behavior management team.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Data analysis

PBIS

Education

Master's degree in psychology/counseling/social work/special education

Job description

The Katherine Thomas High school program serving students with special needs is seeking to hire a full-time Behavior Program Specialist. This is an 11 month position to start as soon as possible. This position will provide in cooperation with the Senior Social Worker, other high school administrators and senior clinical staff, the development, implementation, and monitoring of high school behavior management techniques.

The Behavior Program Specialist will provide behavior intervention and behavior management training and feedback to all high school staff; will be responsible for data collection and analysis; will monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and the enforcement of pertinent policies and procedures; and will be responsible for the organization and updating of associated records and documentation.

Responsibilities will also include:

• Implementation of student discipline policies and plans
• Training and supporting staff in regard to effective behavior management
• Maintaining parent communication
• Collecting, analyzing and providing all behavior management data and statistics
• Collaborating with school social workers
• Working as part of the school’s behavior management team

Experience and Skills

Requirements for the Behavior Program Specialist include:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, social work, special education, or a closely related field
• At least 5 years of experience working in special education with students with learning disabilities and/or autism
• At least two years of experience implementing PBIS or other positive behavior intervention programs.
• Additional experience with implementing bullying prevention programs and conducting staff training in behavior management techniques preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form using positive interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and implement behavior intervention plans and classroom management
• Ability to develop and provide training related to effective behavior management
• Ability to effectively lead/facilitate group processes
• Be highly collaborative with strong problem solving and team building skills
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality, to problem solve, to keep accurate records and analyze data, and to develop positive relationships with students, parents, and staff

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