Crisis Intervention Behavioral Specialist

Join our rapidly growing team of talented, mission-driven Behavioral Interventionists and Registered Behavior Technicians at Buitron Behavioral Health (BBH). Our team supports students in the schools that need it most. At BBH, you’ll help change the future for students while gaining invaluable hands-on experience working with complex behavioral needs in real-world settings.

This position is ideal for individuals who are confident supporting high-acuity students, thrive in structured environments, and are skilled at remaining calm, consistent, and directive during challenging moments.

Employee Perks

• Monthly gift card incentives for work performance
• Monthly employee appreciation
• Employee birthday gift cards
• Company shirts, stickers, and reusable water bottles

The Role

The Crisis Intervention Behavioral Specialist provides intensive 1:1 behavioral support to a student in a school setting who requires a high level of structure, consistency, and behavioral expertise to safely and successfully access their educational environment.

Student needs may include significant behavioral dysregulation, difficulty with emotional regulation, limited coping skills, and a need for frequent adult support throughout the school day. This role requires strong behavioral judgment, collaboration with school teams, and consistent implementation of individualized behavior intervention plans.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 behavioral intervention in a school setting in accordance with the student’s treatment plan
• Implement individualized behavior intervention and crisis-response strategies with fidelity
• Utilize preventative strategies, proactive supports, and de-escalation techniques to promote safety and skill development
• Develop and implement targeted strategies to reduce interfering behaviors and increase functional, adaptive behaviors through positive reinforcement
• Maintain calm, structured, and professional responses during challenging situations
• Provide ongoing assessment of progress and communicate updates through written and verbal documentation
• Collaborate closely with teachers, school staff, clinicians, and ancillary service providers (OT, PT, Speech)
• Participate in team meetings and supervision
• Maintain accurate daily documentation related to behavior and skill acquisition

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field OR

RBT certification with relevant experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with students or individuals with intensive behavioral or mental health needs
• Demonstrated experience supporting students whose behaviors significantly impact their learning or the learning of others
• Ability to follow behavior intervention plans, safety protocols, and crisis procedures consistently
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a DHW criminal background check (provided)
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided)
• 40-hour RBT training in ABA (provided if not already certified)

Professional Expectations

• Demonstrate strong understanding of behavior intervention principles for students with significant behavioral challenges
• Implement research-based strategies with consistency and reliability
• Collect and maintain accurate behavioral data
• Adhere to all State and Federal guidelines, including Mandated Reporting, HIPAA, and Fraud, Waste, and Abuse policies
• Maintain professional boundaries and collaborate respectfully with school and clinical teams

Schedule

• Monday–Friday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $27