Behavior Support Specialist - Gilroy

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

SALARY RANGE: $26.00/hour

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

• 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.
  

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working with youth and/or teens with focus
• Experience as a school instructional Aide or Paraprofessional
• Experience, education and/or training in behavior guidance and support systems
• Certified in CPR and First Aid (or be certified within 30 days of hire).
• Certified in Mental Health First Aide ((or be certified within 30 days of hire)
• Complete YMCA child abuse prevention within 30 days of hire.
• Provide proof of negative tuberculosis test.
• 48 semester college units required or successful completion of NCLB test/Paraprofessional or Instructional Aid.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):

Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.

Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.

Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.

Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.

Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.

Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.

Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.

Fiscal Management: Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.

Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.

Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.

Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.