Behavior Specialist - School-Based Crisis Intervention

Nexus-Family-Healing; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 4 weeks

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

Therapy benefits

Fertility benefit

Tuition assistance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nexus Family Healing is seeking a Behavior Specialist to join the team at New Dominion School on Nexus' campus in Austin, MN. This full-time, on-site position supports students with academic therapeutic crisis intervention to promote positive outcomes within the school setting.

You will lead transitions, support IEP behavior goals, and collaborate with teachers and families while maintaining privacy and applying de-escalation techniques.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a school/day treatment or residential setting with behavior intervention responsibilities.
• Valid driver’s license; meet state driving requirements.
• Ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities.
• Must pass MN criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintains orderly student transitions (morning arrivals, classes, lunch, breaks, and departures).
• Ensures student compliance with rules related to conduct, appearance, hygiene, and behavior goals.
• Participates in developing IEP behavior goals and progress meetings with staff and parents.
• Complies with Nexus policies on privacy and confidentiality for students and families.
• Exhibits professional, respectful communication with clients, coworkers, families and external contacts.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation techniques

Interpersonal communication

Behavior support

IEP collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Nexus Family Healing is seeking a Behavior Specialist to join the team at New Dominion School on Nexus' campus in Austin, MN. This full-time, on-site position supports students with academic therapeutic crisis intervention to promote positive outcomes within the school setting.

You will lead transitions, support IEP behavior goals, and collaborate with teachers and families while maintaining privacy and applying de-escalation techniques.