What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Specialist position at The Spurwink School?
Job description:
SUMMARY: The Behavior Specialist provides coordinated assistance to the educational and clinical teams when there is a need for 1:1 support/supervision of a student in a routine or crisis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Respond to the needs of the staff and students through the application of approved behavioral interventions (including physical restraint) in accordance with the individualized support plans for each student and the philosophical values of the program.
Establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with staff and students to facilitate ease of communication and trust during crisis incidents and therapeutic interventions.
Establish and maintain appropriate documentation of behavioral interventions through data collection and application of the principles of functional behavioral analysis.
Work closely with the School Principal for ongoing coordination of plans and information regarding the needs of individual students and the larger school community.
Provide emergency coverage in classrooms, during transportation or in a crisis that could exceed typical school hours.
And those other assignments are appropriate to the position as determined by the Associate Director.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree ( B.A.) from a 4-year college required, in a related field, or equivalent experience. At least 3 years’ experience in a treatment setting.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s license/registration and insurance, Completion of Criminal Records Check/Fingerprinting
Certification in Crisis Intervention, CPR, First Aid, and Universal Precautions preferred
*spurwink|ri provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestral origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability or age.
Forward resume to: clacey@spurwinkri.org
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Send resume to : clacey@spurwinkri.org