School Based Behavior Specialist ('26-'27 School Year)

Bellefaire JCB•Shaker Heights, OH

1d•$50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bellefaire JCB is a leading child service agency offering behavioral health, substance abuse, education, and prevention services. The Monarch Center for Autism, part of Bellefaire JCB, utilizes a visual language immersion teaching model that combines concept-driven language instruction with visual supports, technology, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). As a Behavior Specialist at the Monarch School, you will be an integral part of a dedicated team of professionals working to help youth and their families achieve resiliency, dignity, and self-sufficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required.
Must be currently in pursuit of a Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, or Psychology and taking coursework approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (pursuing either BCBA or BCaBA).
1 Year Educational Aide Permit – Ohio Department of Education.
Pass Safety Care Core Curriculum by passing the written exam, attending the full duration of training, participating and passing the required role plays, and demonstrating the full competencies up to and including the Two-Person Stability Hold required.
Possess skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
Demonstrate ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
Communicate clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
Adhere to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
Function effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
Recognize problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
Anticipate, recognize, and meet the needs of others, whether they are clients or not.
Demonstrate competence in utilizing Agency computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within the field of applied behavior analysis preferred.
Experience working with children with autism and related disorders preferred.
Experience in crisis management preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Functional Analyses (FA) under supervision.
Develop, monitor, and manage individualized Behavior Intervention Plans for assigned students.
Coordinate the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans across school settings.
Utilize Behavior Skills Training to train others on Behavior Intervention Plans.
Develop and maintain behavioral measurement and collection systems, including graphical data representations and progress-monitoring reports.
Observe students in the classroom regularly.
Organize, prioritize, and manage work assignments efficiently and within established time frames.
Train staff on principles of applied behavior analysis under supervision.
Consult and collaborate with directors, supervisors, teachers, and related service providers on behavior intervention techniques.
Communicate objective information to parents and other stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of behavioral goals and objectives in the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through timely documentation.
Utilize Safety Care procedures, including the Two-Person Stability Hold, as necessary.
Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training.
Keep all required trainings, certifications, and licensure current.
Respect student privacy and maintain confidentiality of all information.
Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
Abide by the code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Starting salary $50,000 for 10-month school year with additional compensation for extended school year.
Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a zero-cost option.
Wellness program including free preventative care.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
100% paid parental leave for childbirth, adoption, and foster care.
50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW program.
Defined benefit pension plan.
403(b) retirement plan.
Pet insurance.
Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability.
Employee Assistance Program.
Support for continuing education and credential renewal.
Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness.
Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care.