What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Specialist position at FullBloom?
The Chester Upland Academy is operated by Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI). SESI Schools provides specialized education programming for K-12 students who require additional educational and positive behavioral supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. Every child deserves to reach their full potential, and we’re looking to hire an exceptional team member who will play an essential role in fueling student success.
Why Join Us
Are you looking for a new opportunity to impact the lives of students? Join us at SESI Schools, where we prove what is possible for students with unique needs. We offer a generous benefits package including:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- Employer-paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,625
- Other great benefits like Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Mental Health Support, and Pet Insurance
- Continued training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth
The Opportunity
The Behavioral Specialist assists site staff and leaders with supporting students’ prosocial behaviors, implementing positive behavioral interventions and supports.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Implementing effective, positive behavioral supports that increase students’ appropriate behaviors and, in turn, allow students to access the curriculum more effectively
- Support all staff with implementing effective behavioral and academic supports
- Assists staff and leadership to effectively support students who display challenging, violent, or otherwise inappropriate behaviors and keep careful, consistent documentation of behavioral incidents
- Actively supervises site hallways, common areas, classrooms, and other areas to ensure student and staff safety and reinforce appropriate behaviors
- Provides direction and leadership during arrival and dismissal processes
The Qualifications
- Education or experience equivalent to an Associate's degree in education, criminal justice, social services, or related field preferred
- Behavioral Health Tech (BHT), Registered Behavior Tech (RBT) preferred
- Experience working in a school setting preferred
Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.