POSITION SUMMARY:

The Behavior Support Specialist is responsible for developing and facilitating the implementation of functional behavior and inclusion plans at the Expanded Learning Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Understand and align school day's behavior support systems to the after school program.
• Coach and train program leaders in the implementation of functional behavior and inclusion plans.
• Provide small group and targeted support to the most significant behavior needs
• Create individualized support plans based on needs
• Observe program leaders and provide coaching and support in implementing effective classroom management guidelines and supports
• Develop and implement positive behavior incentive programs for classrooms and whole program
• Utilizes specialized behavior approaches to assist students with improving his/her communication skills; social skills; play skills; motor skills; self-help skills; school readiness skills; and self-management skills
• Integrate YMCA core values in all behavior support plans
• Support in the documentation of behavior logs and reports
• Communicate with Site Director and School site plan to align and collaborate on student cases that need additional supports
• Participates in various activities (e.g., meetings, training, etc.) to receive and/or convey information
• Support additional essential job functions as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation; Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills; Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull; Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.