Head Start Behavioral Support & Social-Emotional Specialist

Family Development Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Development Services in Indianapolis seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to support social-emotional well-being and behavioral success of children in Head Start.

You will collaborate with teachers, families and mental health staff to develop and monitor behavior plans, conduct FBAs, maintain records, deliver staff training, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings to promote school readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, or a related behavioral health field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of mental health or behavioral health experience working with children and families.
• Knowledge of child development and behavior management principles.
• Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral and social-emotional support services for children in Head Start classrooms.
• Identify, assess, and help address behavioral, social, and emotional concerns.
• Develop, implement, and monitor behavior intervention plans and behavior management strategies.
• Conduct and participate in Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).
• Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and community agencies to support children’s success.
• Assist with crisis intervention and case management services.
• Support children with IFSPs, IEPs, and BMPs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and child records related to behavioral and mental health concerns.
• Participate in multidisciplinary staffing meetings and provide recommendations for support services.
• Deliver training and guidance to staff on behavior management and social-emotional development.
• Prepare monthly reports and other required documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Family Development Services in Indianapolis seeks a Behavior Support Specialist to support social-emotional well-being and behavioral success of children in Head Start.

You will collaborate with teachers, families and mental health staff to develop and monitor behavior plans, conduct FBAs, maintain records, deliver staff training, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings to promote school readiness.