Behavior Support Specialist Administration Building at Waterloo Community School District

Hiring Specifications:EducationCertificate Associates or Bachelors degreePreferred social work backgroundCertificationMandt Certification (Relational and Technical) required upon hireValid drivers license and dependable vehicle for primarily in-district travelExperienceExperience working with students with behavior disorders and/or autismExperience working with students who exhibit chronic behavior concernsExperience in planning and delivering professional developmentExperience working in a diverse urban school systemExperience working in intensive individualized programs addressing specific instructional and behavioral goalsSkills Knowledge & AbilitiesKnowledge of/willingness to learn applied behavior analysisAbility to work effectively cooperatively and respectfully with staff parents and community members regardless of race creed color gender sexual orientation gender identity ethnic/national origin religion marital status age socio-economic status or disabilityDemonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action equal opportunity and human rightsDemonstrated experience as a self-starterAbility to work independently and in a team environmentGood organizational skillsAbility to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentialityDemonstrated conflict resolution skillsAbility to demonstrate effective skills in group facilitation managing teams/groups organizational dynamics and consensus building.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing to a broad range of audiences.Ability to organize and maintain accurate records of program activities logs and prepare reports.Possess an understanding and willingness to support students with challenging behavioral needsDemonstrate the capabilities of taking specific directions carrying out those directions and providing feedback to supervisors on the success and outcomesCapable and proficient in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students students parents colleagues and supervisorsAccepting of professional objective performance feedback with the ability to reflect and modify actions as needed to better support studentsTechnology RequirementsBasic computer skills (computer navigation email web browser Employee Portal)Intermediate computer skills (Google Suites search function student information systems basic Promethean)High computer skills (familiarity with Education Tech Tools Informational systems specific to the positionAbility to reach all skill levels listed if not already acquiredSupervision of Others:N/APersonal Contacts:Students and familiesAll district personnelJob Duties:Learn and implement new informationImplement behavior intervention plans and/or safety plansCoach and train adults on behavior interventionsCollaborate with staff to ensure positive learning environments for studentsProvide individual support to students (this may include assistance with grooming healthcare mobility physical/verbal aggression token economies and reinforcement)Provide program support as neededConduct preference assessmentsAbility to implement PBISAbility to de-escalate students who are in crisis and/or approaching crisisUnderstanding of the Mandt Crisis CycleCommunicate in a clear and positive mannerBuilds positive relationships with students and staffCollect various forms of dataMaintain strict confidentialityFollows and promotes the Mandt philosophyAttends all meetings as assignedOther duties as assignedPhysical Requirements:NEVER0%OCCASIONAL1-32%FREQUENT33-66%CONSTANT67%A.StandingXB.WalkingXC.SittingXD.Bending/StoopingXE.Pushing/PullingXF.ReachingXG.Climbing/StairsXH.DrivingXI.LiftingUp to 25 lbs.J.CarryingUp to 25 lbs.K.Manual Dexterity Tasks TelephoneX ComputerX Other L.Working Conditions InsideX OutsideTransition from bldg. to bldg. Extremes in temp/humidityTransition from bldg. to bldg.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Applied Behavior Analysis,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Behavior Management,Behavioral Health,Data Collection,Primary Care Experience,Military Experience,Special Education,Autism Experience,Special Needs,Experience with Children,Social Work Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1