Behavior Specialist at Nexus Family Healing Behavior Specialist at Nexus Family Healing in Austin, Minnesota Posted in 18 days ago.

Job Description:

Description:

Nexus Family Healing is looking to add a Behavior Specialist to our team at New Dominion School , our on-campus school. Our Behavior Specialists provide academic therapeutic crisis intervention services to youth within the school setting to contribute to positive outcomes and brighter futures!! At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.

SCHEDULE/PAY/LOCATION

Full-time, Monday

• Friday on-site at New Dominion School on the campus of Nexus-Gerard Family Healing Pay range
• $19•$20/hour Located at: 1111 28th St NE, Austin, MN 55912

Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include:

Four weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment Multiple options for health insurance coverage No-cost life insurance Short/long-term disability insurance 401k match NEW

• Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family NEW
• Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family NEW
• Carrot Fertility Benefit Tuition assistance and training opportunities Advancement pathways and internal promotion And much more!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains the orderly transition of students during key times: morning arrivals, class transitions, lunch and breaks, afternoon departures and off-campus field trips or other outings. Ensures student compliance with rules relating to personal conduct, personal appearance, hygiene, grooming, housekeeping as well as individual behavior goals. Participates in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) behavior goals for Social/Emotional Function section, progress meetings with teaching staff and parents. Complies with Nexus' policies involving privacy and confidentiality for students and their families. Exhibits clear, professional, respectful, and effective communication when interfacing with clients, coworkers, families and external contacts and willingly share knowledge, information and resources Engages in crisis interventions and applying de-escalation techniques when appropriate, while maintaining appropriate boundaries and relationships with students.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED required Minimum 2 years of experience in a school, day treatment or residential treatment setting with demonstrated emphasis on behavior intervention responsibilities required. Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Nexus Home Office driving requirements. Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges. Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values. Must successfully pass a MN criminal background check. Successfully participate and complete a two-day Handle with Care exam and training. Nice to

Have:

Associates or Bachelor's degree At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.

Our ICARE Values:

Innovation:

Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches

Compassion:

Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern

Agility:

Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly

Responsiveness:

Being quick, positive, and accurate

Excellence:

Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards

APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM!

When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own! Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$19.00