Disabilities & Mental Health Coordinator

Early Learning Essentials • Springville, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Works within the Disabilities and Mental Health team in a collaborative team approach, serving as the content area expert to assist the Disabilities and Mental Health Manager and the Education and Child Development Director in planning, implementing, coordinating and monitoring services for children with special needs and/or behavioral concerns, per Head Start Performance Standards, the agency's policies and procedures and in support of the agency school readiness plan. Coordinates the functional assessments of behavior (FBA) and the development of Behavior Intervention Plans which address students' inappropriate behaviors and to provide a means to help children become more academically successful. The Disabilities and Behavioral Specialist also provides classroom and agency-wide behavior management strategies. Position uses independent judgment to support overall school readiness for all Head Start children, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college/university with a major in Behavioral Sciences, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Elementary Education or a closely related field as determined by the agency.
• Experience working with children, preferably 3-5 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Behavioral Sciences, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or Elementary Education.
• Special education license or endorsement.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) professional license.
• Prior Head Start Experience.
• Proficient in ChildPlus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Disabilities and Mental Health Manager and the Education and Child Development Director in planning, implementing, coordinating and monitoring services for children with special needs and/or behavioral concerns.
• Coordinate the functional assessments of behavior (FBA).
• Develop Behavior Intervention Plans which address students' inappropriate behaviors and to provide a means to help children become more academically successful.
• Provide classroom and agency-wide behavior management strategies.
• Use independent judgment to support overall school readiness for all Head Start children, as needed.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Gym benefits
• 12 paid Holidays
• Health
• HSA Contributions
• EAP counseling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level