Employment

Behavior Specialist

Reporting directly to the PBIS supervisor, the Behavior Specialist will address and support students’ academic and behavior challenges; teaching social skills and providing behavior support.  Will work closely with the student’s family and school staff to design a plan for continued academic and social success.

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To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to hrdept@lexnyc.org.  Please include Behavior Specialist in the subject line, or fax to 718-350-3332.
Position:                              Behavioral Specialist                       
Department:                       PBIS Team
Supervisor(s):                     PBIS Supervisor
FLSA Status:                       Exempt
Position Type:                     Full-time, 10-month, Benefits Eligible            
Date Posted:                        February 6, 2024
Salary Range:                     $58,500 – $70,000
 
POSITION SUMMARY:  
Reporting directly to the PBIS supervisor, the Behavior Specialist will address and support students’ academic and behavior challenges; teaching social skills and providing behavior support.  Will work closely with the student’s family and school staff to design a plan for continued academic and social success.
 
PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Provide mandated and at-risk individual and group counseling addressing academic, personal and/or interpersonal challenges.
  • Keep up to date charts for assigned caseload.
  • Advise and partner with classroom staff and educators to develop solutions to student, group and school-wide issues.
  • Provide family counseling on an as needed basis.
  • Evaluate psychiatric emergencies (suicide evaluations) 
  • Help develop school protocols for effectively supporting students.
  • Execute all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Assist in data collection and monitoring of behavior support services.
  • Perform a variety of specialized learning techniques, communication strategies, and applied behavioral activities or techniques pertaining to the instruction of deaf students.
  • Assist in modeling the use of positive behavior support and intervention techniques for other staff.
  • Participate in team meetings and in-service trainings.
  • Support the school's Strategic Planning initiatives with an emphasis on strengthening the culture. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission.
  • Perform additional job duties as assigned by supervisor.
 
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Exceptional relationship-building, writing, and communication skills
  • A strong sense of personal accountability for student success
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Effective facilitation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of child and adolescent development, behavior, and various learning styles.
  • Basic technology proficiency, including Google and Microsoft applications and search engines.
  • Practical understanding of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention or similar training
  • Ability to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL)
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Master’s degree in social work or counseling
  • Must possess relevant state or nationally recognized professional certification/licensure (such as NYS LMSW/LCSW, NCC, LMHC, or CRC) or attain within one year of employment
  • Two to four years behavioral support and/or counseling experience
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
  • Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must have the ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
 
Available:                   February 6, 2024
Deadline:                    Until filled
For Information:       Tracy Pelletier
Contact:                      Tpelletier@lexnyc.org
To Apply:                   Send resume and cover letter to hrdept@lexnyc.org. Please include Behavior Specialist in subject line or fax to 718-350-3332
 
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