Interim Child Behavior Specialist (Lead Teacher)

Behaven Kids•Omaha, NE

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Behavior Specialist provides a safe and effective clinic-based therapeutical and learning environment for children in accordance with the philosophy and mission of Behaven Kids. Behaven Kids is the most unique and recognized program in Nebraska, with over 20 years of experience in changing the lives of the children we serve. At Behaven Kids, you will see first-hand our passion for helping children and families with therapeutic interventions, based on our programs and services that have been developed, tailored, and researched by recognized specialists in building positive child behaviors. ABA services are complemented with outpatient therapy services and a specialized day care program, designed to provide the best services a family needs to maximize each child’s potential for individual success. We achieve all these thanks to our passionate and committed team, that deliver high-quality services to our clients, in a diverse and inclusive work environment. This is more than a job, it’s a calling! This is an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity, and compassion in children - all while helping them develop a lifelong love of learning. Behaven Kids is growing! Our great work culture promotes a team of dedicated, innovative, and spirited individuals who are also looking to build a career. Please do NOT apply if you are NOT interested in generating impact to society, building on a positive workplace culture, and evolving in your career.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma.
Must be nineteen years of age.
Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in active environment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

An associate’s degree in early childhood education or related field or 3 years experience in a preschool or daycare setting is preferred.
Associate degree in early childhood education or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

Provides a safe, structured learning environment.
Interacts with children in a professional, positive manner.
Implements Behaven Kids model of care and curriculum.
Implements treatment goals and objectives.
Prepares, updates and maintains documentation and children’s records.
Identifies and develops treatment goals and objectives.
Communicates treatment progress and concerns with parents, staff and supervisor.
Facilitates staffing including managing staff breaks, opening and closing.
Serves as a crisis intervention and bodily fluids/blood borne pathogen clean-up lead.
Assists with inventory management of clinic supplies and materials
Assists with the cross training of Child Behavioral Tech’s and Specialists.
Assists with monthly DHHS checklists
Perform other duties as assigned.