Behavioral Intervention Specialist — School-Based Support

TrulyHired; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 74,442,748 - 91,520,856; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Center for Children and Adolescents is seeking a full-time Behavior Specialist for the 2026-27 school year, to support students’ mental health and behavioral needs. The role focuses on implementing behavior support plans, data collection, and collaboration with school staff to promote inclusive, socially-emotional learning and academic achievement.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, BCBA/BCaBA preferred, and RBT certification within 90 days of employment;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, social work or related field preferred.
• BCBA/BCaBA credential preferred.
• RBT certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Minimum of two years experience in direct student behavior support and/or supporting educational teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and supports behavior plans for students.
• Develops behavior plans and supports staff in implementation.
• Helps teachers implement evidence-based behavior strategies in the classroom.
• Collaborates with staff to promote an inclusive climate and student success.
• Works with students needing behavior support and supports teachers.
• Assists Education Director with data collection, analysis and timely reporting.
• Conducts preference assessments directly with students.
• Models effective behavioral and instructional programming in classroom.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Behavior support

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education planning

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

BCBA/BCaBA preferred

RBT certification within 90 days

Job description

Commonwealth Center for Children and Adolescents is seeking a full-time Behavior Specialist for the 2026-27 school year, to support students’ mental health and behavioral needs. The role focuses on implementing behavior support plans, data collection, and collaboration with school staff to promote inclusive, socially-emotional learning and academic achievement.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, BCBA/BCaBA preferred, and RBT certification within 90 days of employment;