Behavior Specialist 1:1

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education

Essex Junction (VT)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 39,000

Full time

40 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Plan

Dental & Vision Coverage

Telehealth & Virtual Counseling

Life & Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Behavior Specialist to join the Special Education team in a dynamic, student-centered environment. You will implement proactive behavioral strategies, support classroom staff, and utilize ABA principles to improve student outcomes.

The role focuses on crisis management, data collection, and collaboration with IEP teams to ensure safe, effective classroom practices and consistent program execution.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field preferred.
RBT credential preferred or in process of obtaining.
Ability to obtain and maintain crisis management training certification.
Experience providing behavioral instruction/support to children, preferably in special education/behavioral health.
Knowledge of ABA, FBA, PBIS, and BIP concepts.
Strong communication and decision-making skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data recording tools.

Responsibilities

Implement targeted interventions to enhance positive student outcomes.
Reinforce positive behaviors and model effective strategies for staff.
Maintain accurate records for SBS and BIPs.
Collect and chart behavioral data to monitor progress.
Provide guidance to classroom staff on behavior management.
Apply ABA principles under supervision to improve outcomes.
Develop functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans.
Assist teachers with instructional activities and supervision.
Provide crisis de-escalation and safety procedures.

Skills

ABA knowledge

CPI crisis training

Student support

Data collection

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

RBT credential preferred

Crisis management training certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database entry

CPR/First Aid

Job 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 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

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.

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.
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.
Bachelor'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 & 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.

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! 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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