School-Based Behavior Support Specialist

Statesville Road Elementary; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks a Behavior Modification Technician to support students with behavior management plans and social-emotional development. The role involves one-on-one and group sessions, data collection, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and community partners to promote student success.

The position requires a high school diploma, with related coursework or trainings, and experience in mental health or human services. NCI certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Two years of related college coursework or additional trainings/certifications required
• One year of experience in a mental health or human service program preferably with behaviorally complex children
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Services field preferred
• Active Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Certification preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Provide one-on-one and group therapy processing sessions, assessment of student needs, and goal setting
• Observe, document, and maintain data regarding student behavior, attendance, and academic progress
• Establish rapport with students, staff, parents, and community agencies
• Implement behavior management programs to develop social and academic skills
• Assist with day-to-day discipline and coordinate activities for parents
• Provide supervision to students in alternative settings
• Respond to calls for assistance and de-escalate volatile situations
• Attend staff and in-service meetings

Skills

Crisis intervention techniques

De-escalation

Data collection and analysis

Communication with staff & families

Education

High school diploma

Two years of related college coursework

Bachelor’s degree in Social Services (preferred)

NCI Certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks a Behavior Modification Technician to support students with behavior management plans and social-emotional development. The role involves one-on-one and group sessions, data collection, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and community partners to promote student success.

The position requires a high school diploma, with related coursework or trainings, and experience in mental health or human services. NCI certification is a plus.