Behavior Strategist - Miami Dade County

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments for special needs participants in collaboration with the Youth Development Team, ensuring a thorough understanding of their unique behavioral challenges, strengths, and needs.
• Develop customized behavior intervention plans tailored to each participant's specific requirements and accommodations (504/ IEP Plans) considering their individual goals and the objectives of the afterschool and summer programs.
• Observe the environment, staff, and students to identify the need for intervention strategy development and ensure strategies are up to date.
• Communicate regularly with program leadership and other relevant stakeholders regarding participant progress and challenges.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of intervention plans, assessments, and progress reports for each participant.
• Oversee and assist direct care staff in implementing positive behavior strategies, providing support, modeling, directions, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Assist staff in identifying and implementing positive behavior strategies for individual success.
• Encourage and support staff development through modeling, shadowing, training, and redirection.
• Provide ongoing individual support, coaching, and guidance to frontline staff.
• Ensure consistent and accurate completion of documentation and data collection.
• Document behavior issues and incidents daily as needed and communicate with families when necessary.
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to create a cohesive approach to behavior management and support.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment at all assigned sites, promoting a culture of respect and understanding among participants and staff.
• Maintain consistent communication with the Associate Executive Director, Program Directors, Site Directors, and Behavior Assistants regarding program site issues.
• Collaborate with program leaders to identify opportunities for program improvement and enhanced services.
• Foster and maintain positive and constant communication and relationships with principals, assistant principals, facilities personnel, and any other school board personnel to ensure the safety of all children and staff.
• Provide ongoing training and guidance to program staff on the proper implementation of behavior intervention strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field of behavior intervention, incorporating this knowledge into strategies.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures related to behavior intervention and participant support.
• Perform any additional responsibilities established by the Associate Executive Director.

Position Profile:

• Behavior analysis skills
• Intervention planning
• Data analysis
• Innate ability to train and coach others
• Organizational skills
• Conduct and navigate policy development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field (e.g., psychology, special education).
• Certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or similar credential is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing behavior intervention strategies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards in behavior management.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish preferred.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Florida Child Care Facility Director’s Credentials required for K-5 grade program management (or obtain within 18 months of hire).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Adult/ Child CPR & First Aid certified.