Behavior Support Specialist

Specialized Education Services•Valdosta, GA

About The Position

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides education services for K-12 students who need additional support to succeed in traditional school settings. SESI partners with school districts to operate in-district classrooms and standalone schools serving students with special and alternative education needs. The Behavior Support Specialist provides customized behavioral support to students with intensive behavioral needs and is an essential member of a multidisciplinary team. The role uses positive behavioral interventions and supports to provide holistic guidance and help students develop appropriate social and behavioral skills. The position involves working throughout the school site and collaborating with school staff, teachers, leaders, interdisciplinary team members, and parents.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs.
Emotional consistency and resilience to handle stressful situations in a composed and positive manner.
Flexibility and willingness to provide support where needed to ensure the safety and well-being of staff and students.
Ability to run short distances and move swiftly, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often handling up to 50 pounds or more.
Skill in fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
Capacity to notice and respond to students’ non-verbal cues.
Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotionally demanding situations.

Nice To Haves

College experience or a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Work with students from diverse developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Monitor and support students throughout the school site, including classrooms and transition areas.
Support the creation and implementation of behavior support plans.
Record, track, and document behavioral incidents and progress toward goals.
Use positive behavioral intervention and support strategies and school site incentive programs.
Use de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical intervention when necessary to maintain student and staff safety.
Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages appropriate social and behavioral skills.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop differentiated support for students with more intensive needs.
Participate in staff debriefings after challenging behavior or crisis situations.
Facilitate communication with parents.