Behavioral Intervention Specialist

AMIkids, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

PTO & paid holidays

Wellness programs

Pension plan

Student loan forgiveness

World travel assistance

Car rental discounts

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

AMIkids Caddo in Shreveport, LA seeks a Behavior Interventionist to lead instructional behavioral interventions, redirect students, and support classroom management under the Director of Education.

You will supervise students, provide tutoring, assist with safety and incident reporting, and help with transportation, custodial tasks, and program operations while adhering to state guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of experience in educational or youth services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day instructional and behavioral interventions; provide redirection and support to students with inappropriate behavior.
• Prevent and intervene in youth altercations using state mandated training methods.
• Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies per national standards.
• Supervise and participate in academic, vocational, and motivational activities on/off campus; serve as advisor and role model.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and computer lab assistance as needed.
• Assist in preparing student educational development plans.
• Ensure safety and security and comply with contractual agreements.
• Oversee transportation, security, and facility operations to ensure safety.
• Instruct students in general care of school and equipment; supervise program property handling.
• Adhere to contract/state guidelines and quality improvement requirements.
• May supervise overnight trips and extended trips as needed.
• Attend crisis intervention and physical restraint training as defined by state requirements.
• Transport youth and assist with other tasks.

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

AMIkids Caddo in Shreveport, LA seeks a Behavior Interventionist to lead instructional behavioral interventions, redirect students, and support classroom management under the Director of Education.

You will supervise students, provide tutoring, assist with safety and incident reporting, and help with transportation, custodial tasks, and program operations while adhering to state guidelines.