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Amergis

School Behavior Aide

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$34,938 / year median in Indiana

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

  • Now Hiring:
    Classroom Behavior Aides - Start as soon as possible!
  • Location:
  • Elkhart, IN
  • Compensation:
  • $22.00/hour + Benefits
  • ($100 Onboarding Bonus + $100 Start Bonus Available)
  • Full School Year Assignment
  • Start ASAP After Onboarding & Background Clearance
  • Multiple Openings Available (Elementary, Middle, and High School)
  • Make a Difference in Students' Lives
  • We are seeking compassionate and motivated
  • Classroom
  • Behavior Aides
  • to support students in elementary, middle, and high school settings throughout the Elkhart, IN area. This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with students who have special needs, helping them achieve behavioral, social, and academic success. With multiple openings available, candidates can be placed based on experience and grade-level preference.
  • Position Overview
  • The
  • Classroom
  • Behavior Aide
  • works to facilitate educational and behavioral services with children and adults with special needs.
This role collaborates with teachers, school professionals, and behavioral specialists to implement behavior support plans and help students meet learning and behavioral goals.
Assignments may include:
+ 1:1 student support + Small group support
  • Essential Responsibilities
  • + Provide behavioral support to students in classroom and school environments + Implement behavior intervention and support plans as directed + Assist students with social, emotional, and academic development + Collect and document behavioral data as required + Collaborate with teachers, administrators, therapists, and other school staff + Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment + Support students in achieving individualized educational and behavioral goals •Minimum Requirements•+ High School Diploma or equivalent required + Two (2) years of pediatric or school experience, preferred + Experience working with challenging and aggressive behaviors, preferred + Current CPR certification, if applicable •Apply Today•Join a team dedicated to helping students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Multiple positions are available, and qualified candidates can start as soon as onboarding is completed and background checks are cleared.
  • Apply now to secure your placement for the school year and
  • earn your onboarding and start bonuses!
  • Benefits
  • At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
  • Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
  • About Amergis
  • Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • Job Category:
  • Education
  • Job Function:
  • Education | Behavior Tech | Behavior Tech School
  • Job Type:
  • Contract - Full Time
  • Setting:
  • Schools
  • Position Type:
  • Healthcare
  • Office Number:
  • 0672
  • Contract Duration:
  • 36 •
Pay Rate:
  • $770 / Week
  • Date Posted:
  • 2026-08-20T13:52:51