Behavior Specialist

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs

Jurupa Valley (CA)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Telehealth services

Life & Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Growth & Development opportunities

Job summary

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is seeking a Behavior Specialist to support students with diverse needs in a Special Education program. This role focuses on implementing school-wide positive behavior supports, data-driven decision making, and crisis de-escalation to minimize disruptions.

Responsibilities include collaborating with IEP teams, mentoring staff, and maintaining detailed behavior records. The ideal candidate will have ABA knowledge and experience with behavioral plans for

Qualifications

Experience with behavioral instruction in special education or behavioral health settings.
Familiarity with ABC data collection, BIPs and PBIS approaches is preferred.
Ability to develop and monitor behavioral plans and support staff in implementation.

Responsibilities

Implement individual, group, and system-wide interventions to improve outcomes.
Reinforce positive behavior and model effective strategies for staff.
Maintain records related to SBS and BIPs with accuracy.
Collect and analyze behavioral data to inform instruction with IEP teams.
Provide guidance to classroom staff on behavior management systems.

Skills

Crisis de-escalation

Documentation

Data collection

IEP collaboration

ABA knowledge

Classroom support

Education

Associate degree or higher

High school diploma or equivalent

RBT credential preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database entry

Office equipment

Job description

Starting Rate: $20 /hour Environment: Special Education Program, Grades K-12

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Behavior Specialist to 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!

As a Behavior Specialist, you will guide and assist with our school-wide classroom implementation of the positive behavior support program, increasing positive student behaviors. This position always focuses first on proactive strategies when working with challenging behaviors and is immediately available to respond to crisis situations with the ability to de‑escalate students using CPI strategies, behavioral contracts and interventions documented in student’s behavioral intervention plan, if applicable.

Responsibilities Include

Implementing targeted individual, group, and system-wide interventions to enhance positive academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and independent outcomes for students.
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.
Traveling among multiple site locations during the school day to provide direct classroom support as requested by the Program Director.
Performing additional duties and special projects as assigned to promote continuous program excellence and organizational improvement.

Qualifications Required

High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.
Associate's degree or higher in a closely related field of study highly preferred.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a registered behavior technician (RBT) credential preferred.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
Prior experience providing behavioral instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.
Well‑versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including functional behavior assessment (FBA), positive behavior interventions and support (PBIS) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's) preferred.
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation and make independent decisions.
Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
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.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, 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!

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! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!

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