Behavior Support Specialist

Child Focus Inc•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Behavior Support Specialist is responsible for assisting the Teacher and Assistant Teacher with challenging behaviors, using early childhood trauma informed support and practices in the classroom. Works cooperatively with the Behavior Support Team, providing one-on-one classroom support to children, across the Clermont County.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.

Nice To Haves

LSW, RA, OCPSA
Two years’ experience with children ages birth to five preferred.
Experience working with challenging behaviors, providing individualized support and understanding of behavior management techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on support in classrooms when there significant behavioral or social-emotional concerns when they are identified, using trauma-informed practices and Conscious Discipline strategies.
Attend team meetings with parents, teachers and ECMHT to create an intervention plan, and follow up with staff and parents as needed under the direction of the Behavior Support Coach.
Collaborates with the Behavior Support Coach to develop behavior strategies to address concerns.
Attend specialized professional development to continue improving skills related to the position and to increase program quality, especially in the areas of trauma-informed practice, Conscious Discipline, and social-emotional development.

Benefits

Great Work Life Balance! Employees are supported with flexible work schedules.
Growth and Advancement Opportunities. Leadership is committed to promoting from within and growing the next generation of leaders.
Personal and professional value in the work they do to support children, families and adults. Employees are highly engaged.
Free continuing education and clinical supervision for licensed employees. Child Focus financially supports employee’s professional development.
Competitive Salaries and Bonus Opportunities! Employees receive sign on and referral bonuses and are eligible for mid-year and annual performance bonuses.
Competitive salaries
Comprehensive medical, vision, dental insurance and EAP program
Health Savings and Flex Spending account options with agency match
Generous paid time off
Extended Illness benefits
403(b) retirement plan with generous employer match
Company Car program and mileage reimbursement
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness program eligibility and tuition reimbursement
Paid Apprenticeships and Internships
On-site childcare with employee discount
Employee wellness benefits