Transition Behavior Specialist - 1.0 FTE at Community Campus

Sioux Falls School District•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position may be assigned to a central location or serve in school settings. The essential functions and duties of the Behavior Specialist position will reflect the student and staff needs of the assigned work location. Assigned work locations are subject to change as necessary. The role involves working collaboratively with district staff and families to create supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning environments for all students, particularly those who exhibit challenging behaviors. The specialist will facilitate and conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to develop individual support plans, identify student strengths, and utilize positive reinforcement techniques. They will work with individual students in 1:1 and small group settings to reinforce behavioral goals, assess individual needs, and provide input on intervention plans related to behavioral and emotional needs. The role also includes assessing and managing impending agitation and escalation of behavioral change, maintaining accurate records of behavior incidents, and supporting ongoing progress monitoring. The specialist will model and supervise the implementation of behavior interventions in collaboration with the Behavior Facilitator and educational team, interact with team members in problem-solving meetings, and establish positive rapport with students, co-workers, and parents. They will demonstrate knowledge of behavioral strategies, share responsibility with co-workers, and communicate clearly with all stakeholders. Collaboration with other staff, data-based decision-making, and maintaining confidentiality are key aspects of the role. The specialist will also perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and may be reassigned to a building-level position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, social work, or related field required.
Knowledge of strategies to manage behavior.
May be required to physically manage students, exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
Experience with behavior management.
Computer competency in word processing, data bases and spreadsheets.

Nice To Haves

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred.
Experience in a behavioral treatment facility may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with district staff and families to create supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning environments for all students, particularly students who exhibit challenging behaviors
Facilitates and conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) for the purpose of developing individual support plans for student.
Identifies strengths of children and positive reinforcement and motivation techniques for individuals through the FBA, classroom observations, and problem solving/team meetings
Works with individual students in 1:1 and small group settings to reinforce behavioral goals/objectives outlined by the problem-solving team.
Assesses individual student needs, providing input with the team in creating and implementing the intervention plan related to behavioral and emotional needs.
Assesses impending agitation and escalation of behavioral change and participates in the behavioral management of these students.
Is alert to potential problems.
Maintains timely and accurate records of behavior incidents and supports the student team with ongoing progress monitoring in accordance with the individual behavior plan.
Models and supervises implementation of behavior interventions and behavior support plans in collaboration with the Behavior Facilitator and educational team
Interacts with team members and participates in problem solving meetings to provide a positive and challenging environment for students to achieve their individual goals and objectives.
Establishes a positive rapport with students, co-workers and parents which conveys enthusiasm and caring.
Works cooperatively with team members to outline a behavior plan and evaluate the plan's appropriateness and need for modifications.
Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral strategies.
Shares responsibility and offers assistance to co-workers with the intent of gradually releasing responsibility for behavior support and intervention to the school-based team.
Communicates clearly with students, co-workers, and parents.
Collaborates regularly with other staff and engages in data-based decision making as well as ongoing review of documentation and progress monitoring to support the management of challenging behaviors.
Maintains the confidentiality of students, building level teams, and families.
Maintains record of physical management of students.
Consistently models the ethical implementation of evidence-based, positive behavior supports for all students
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
May be reassigned to building level position.