Restorative Behavior & Mentorship Specialist

Sound Foundations; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sound Foundations is seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist in Rochester, NY, to support the mission of Vertus High School. This role includes mentoring students, de-escalating conflicts, and maintaining a disciplined environment. You will implement restorative practices and ensure that students are held accountable for their actions while fostering personal growth.

The ideal candidate will have strong relationship-building skills and experience in crisis management. Join us to help shape the character of our students and promote a positive school culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring and guidance to foster growth in students.
• Ability to manage behavioral challenges using restorative practices.
• Skilled in de-escalation techniques to handle conflicts professionally.

Responsibilities

• Support a structured environment and intervene in behavioral challenges.
• Lead restorative conversations and guide students toward accountability.
• Build strong relationships with students to foster personal growth.
• Respond to incidents ensuring safety for students and staff.
• Collaborate with school teams to maintain effective behavior strategies.

Skills

Mentoring students

De-escalation techniques

Restorative practices

Conflict resolution

Job description

Sound Foundations is seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist in Rochester, NY, to support the mission of Vertus High School. This role includes mentoring students, de-escalating conflicts, and maintaining a disciplined environment. You will implement restorative practices and ensure that students are held accountable for their actions while fostering personal growth.

The ideal candidate will have strong relationship-building skills and experience in crisis management. Join us to help shape the character of our students and promote a positive school culture.