Job Application for Licensed Behavior Specialist at Chester Community Charter School

Established in 1998 with 97 students, CCCS has steadily increased to more than 4,000 students in grades K-8 across 12 state-of-the-art buildings on four campuses. The school is a true community success story that has transformed the lives of thousands of students and their families, while breathing life back into a city that was once one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant manufacturing suburbs.

Job Summary:

The Licensed Behavior Specialist supports our Middle School and/or Elementary School Emotional Support (ES) program. The Behavior Specialist works collaboratively with educators, school staff, and families to develop and implement individualized behavior intervention plans, provides direct support to students with emotional and behavioral challenges, and fosters a positive learning environment that promotes social, emotional, and academic growth.

Essential Functions:

Develops, implements, and monitors individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to support students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs
Conducts functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the underlying causes of behaviors and informs intervention strategies
Provides direct behavioral support to students in classrooms and other school settings, utilizing evidence-based interventions
Collaborates with teachers, counselors, and support staff to integrate behavioral strategies into students' daily learning routines
Offers consultation and professional development to school staff regarding behavior management techniques and de-escalation strategies
Collects and analyzes behavioral data to measure progress and make data-driven adjustments to interventions
Works closely with parents, guardians, and outside service providers to ensure consistency of behavioral supports across settings
Participates in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and crisis intervention planning as needed
Assists in the development of a positive behavioral support framework to foster a safe and supportive school environment
Stays updated on best practices and advancements in behavioral health and education
Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field
Active Behavior Specialist License in the state of Pennsylvania
Strong knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), trauma-informed care, and positive behavior support strategies
Experience working with elementary or middle school-aged students, particularly those with emotional and behavioral challenges
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and effectively
Experience with data collection, analysis, and progress monitoring
Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check Clearance
Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Criminal Background Clearance

Demonstrated Knowledge of:

Special education laws, IEP processes, and school-based interventions
Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Trauma-informed care and its application in educational settings
Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) development and implementation
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework and its role in school environments
Crisis intervention techniques and de-escalation strategies
Special education laws, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and students' rights under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
Methods for data collection, analysis, and progress monitoring to track student behavioral outcomes
Strategies for collaborating with educators, families, and external service providers to ensure student success
Ethical considerations and best practices in behavior support and intervention

Demonstrated Ability to:

Promote wellness and resilience by reinforcing communication and social skills, problem solving, anger management, self-regulation, self-determination and optimism
Work with students and families to identify and address learning and behavior problems that interfere with school success
Support students’ emotional, social and behavioral health
Collect and analyze data, make recommendations regarding accountability requirements as they affect student outcomes

Note: CCCS has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

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