Behavior Specialist
Ombudsman Educational Services
- Elyria, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Utilizing crisis interventions to ensure the safety of the student and others only and as a last resort. Implementing crisis interventions with the least restrictive method that is effective in ensuring safety.
- Providing appropriate crisis intervention as necessary using the least restrictive method by anticipating and responding quickly to escalating behaviors, utilizing appropriate de-escalation techniques to diffuse the situation, correctly prioritizing safety concerns, following proper physical restraint techniques, and displaying neutral emotions.
- Reporting and documenting incidents that are identified within the Incident Reporting Policy in accordance with the policy.
- Completing CPI training and providing colleagues with support in crisis and escalation situations. Additionally, providing coaching to colleagues regarding CPI interventions to provide the best possible educational environment for students to succeed.
- Keeping students and others at the lowest possible accident incident rate by anticipating and preventing accidents; providing First Aide when necessary; assisting in determining the need for outside medical attention; ensuring that students receive their medications.
- Identifying potential safety issues/hazards and reporting to the site safety committee and to your supervisor. This may include participating in and/or chairing the safety committee.
- Assisting with the medications to be provided to students during the school day, when additional supplies are needed and when changes (new medications modifications to dosage, etc.) occur. This includes coordinating the ordering of first aid supplies and maintenance of the first aid area (room) for the campus.
- Completing accurate and timely documentation on student’s behavior as outlined by school procedures; reporting observations to relevant staff and making recommendations based on observations. Assisting in preparation of other behavioral reports and daily activities logs as required. Maintaining confidentiality of student information and records at all times.
- Helping to complete and present company sponsored crisis management training, to implement and oversee the usage of crisis management procedures in the classroom or within the school and community environment.
- Attending and participating in clinical meetings, supervision meetings, all—staff meetings, teacher meetings, annual planning and action teams as directed and addressing crisis management issues, to consult with the site and clinical teams as needed.
- Implementing antecedent intervention strategies (i.e., high levels of praise and low levels of negative feedback, teaching replacement behaviors, etc.) and consequence-based intervention strategies (i.e., redirection, modeling, positive practice, etc.) as outlined in students’ Positive Behavior Intervention Plan.
- Maintaining familiarity with all student behavior intervention programs in order to facilitate effective crisis management.
- Providing emergency clinical coverage during program hours (including transportation), arranging for coverage for these duties when off site.
- Performing other duties and projects as assigned.
- High School diploma or equivalent w/passage of basic skills test.
- Prior experience working with students with severe emotional and/or behavioral disorders.
- Experience in positive behavior intervention and supports (PBIS) preferred.
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation and make independent decisions.
- Excellent oral and written communication, instruction, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, decision making and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Virtual Medical Visits
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- 401k Options
- Legal Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
- And So Much More!
- High School or better
- Alternative Education
- Interpersonal Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization