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Behavior Intervention Specialist
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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.
$35,561 / year median in Ohio
+12% projected growth
Job Description
About the Team ACCEL Schools is seeking highly-qualified Behavior Intervention Specialists at Youngstown Academy of Excellence in Youngstown, Ohio, dedicated to providing a superior education for all students! We are seeking a Behavior Intervention Specialist who is excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. The Behavior Intervention Specialist provides support to at-risk students addressing conduct, discipline, or attendance issues while helping these students become more academically successful. The Behavior Intervention Specialist is responsible for creating classroom and/or school-based behavior models to promote a positive and healthy school environment. Be part of the difference at Youngstown Academy of Excellence! Founded in 2005, Youngstown Academy of Excellence (YAE) serves EK-8th grade students in the Greater Mahoning Valley. The award-winning school provides well-rounded, college prep education featuring daily Spanish instruction, STEM, and career readiness. The campus supports learning and overall wellness with features such as a climbing wall, gym, and playground. Youngstown Academy of Excellence is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014. About the
Opportunity:
Demonstrate an understanding, respectful and receptive attitude toward the behavioral needs of students of various age groups Provide expert knowledge of techniques needed to successfully complete effective Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), function- based interventions, and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) Meet with students whose behavior warrants intervention and develop individualized behavior tracking and intervention programs.
About You:
Bachelor's degree in education, social work, health, or other related field preferred. Intervention Specialist license preferred A minimum of three years' experience working with "at-risk" or "behaviorally challenged" children a teacher, social worker, tutor or mentor, preferably in a multi-cultural setting. Track record of building trust and positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues Ability to maintain composure and job performance under changing or stressful conditions Strong written and verbal communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times Proficiency in Microsoft Office products Ability to pass federal, state, and local background checks About Us "We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances."- Ron Packard, CEO & Founder ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students.
We offer the following benefits:
Compensation The salary range for this position is $55,000- 60,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Life benefits
- time & peace of mind Paid time off Retirement contributions Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child) Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations Health benefits
- stay well & thrive Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee Assistance Program Voluntary short-term disability insurance Voluntary long-term disability insurance Career benefits
- keep growing Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals