Behavior Intervention Specialist

CHS Harrisburg - Harrisburg, PA

Full-Time

The Behavior Intervention Specialist position assists with the delivery of comprehensive behavioral management and support services for CHS children and staff. This includes but is not limited to supporting the implementation of Tier 1 (Universal) classroom interventions and directly implementing Tier 2 (Targeted) and Tier 3 (Intensive) interventions. The primary purpose of this position is to develop and implement individual skill work and social skills groups for children; collaborate and develop behavior plans and participate in individualized Child Study Teams when needed. The position provides consultation to staff and families, as appropriate concerning behavioral management strategies and supports.

In addition, the Behavior Intervention Specialist will be responsible for ensuring continuity of care and safety for children in crisis. The person in this position is also responsible for researching and utilizing evidence based social and emotional learning materials. Essential to this position is an effective, collaborative approach to working with and supporting families, teachers, Family Success, and Health Services staff members. Starting salary is in the range of $38,134 - $50,909 a year, based on expertise.

Responsibilities:

Direct Support of Children

Assist with the operation and quality assurance for all child support programming.
Develop and implement individual skill work and social skills groups for children utilizing evidence based social and emotional learning materials across all 3 tiers.
Complete progress monitoring and evaluate service effectiveness for care rendered on an ongoing basis.
Complete progress notes and summaries for children needing behavioral support programming. Create individualized behavior plans for children as appropriate (within the context of Child Study Teaming).
Maintain a high standard of professional ethics and expectations.
Respond to and effectively manage children who are in crisis.
Follow all CHS policies and procedures.

Indirect Support of Children: Consultation and Collaboration

Consultation and collaboration with families, Child Study Teams, teachers, Family Success, and Health Services staff for children receiving behavioral support.

Behavioral/Educational Program Development

Develop curricular materials for Behavioral Services programming.
Research evidenced-based interventions and practices for tier2 and tier 3 interventions; modify as appropriate.
Complete program evaluations and modify services based upon evaluation results in order to ensure efficacy of services.
Assist with ensuring the linkage of all Health Services programming to CHS goals.

Miscellaneous

Score and assist with the scoring of behavioral protocols.
Respond to requests for reports and records; including data analytics and reports.
Participate in various committees for the development and/or enhancement of CHS programming.
Maintain strong and consistent boundaries and serve as a positive role model for children, staff, and families.
As appropriate, contribution to CQI initiatives.
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree Required
3-5 years of previous experience in a similar role
Understanding of child development
Behavioral Health Pyramid Model
Experience and knowledge in Early Childhood Education program and teaching standards, including code of ethics – NAEYC standards preferred
Familiar with inquiry-based and project approach learning, as well as PBIS strategies preferred
Demonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low-income families preferred
Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and /or willingness to learn
Experience with crisis management
Experience with children
Experience with Functional Behavioral Analysis
Experience working with individuals in a group setting
Experience with behavior management
Listening skill
Consultation skill
Sensitivity for individual need
Effective communication skills - verbal and written
Working knowledge of a computer and various software
Experience in social emotional curriculum and tiered intervention programming
Experience in behavior intervention development and implementation
Ability to establish authentic rapport with children from birth to 5-years-of-age
Ability to defuse emotionally charged situations
Ability to maintain a calm demeanor
Ability to work independently and as a team
Ability to respect confidentiality

Who We Are and What We’re Looking For

At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect.

We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application.

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About Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning

For more than 110 years, Milton Hershey School (MHS) has helped children realize their full potential by offering a top-notch private, cost-free education to students in pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade from income-eligible families. To expand and enhance the impact of Milton and Catherine Hershey’s vision, the Boards and management of Milton Hershey School and the Hershey Trust Company are launching the Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning (CHS), a cost-free, non-residential early childhood education program.

CHS plans to open six early childhood education Centers by 2027. The Centers are designed for children from birth to age 5 from economically disadvantaged and at-risk backgrounds with the goal of encouraging the development of a child’s educational, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical well-being. The CHS Initiative will provide a focus on core early learning programs through a rigorous and relevant curriculum that is aligned with a mission to nurture and educate enrolled children. Children also will receive supports such as nutritious meals and provisions of supplies, among other early learning enhancements. Finally, CHS will offer integrated support services for families of children enrolled in the Centers. CHS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity.

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Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning does not discriminate against applicants or employees, in hiring, promotion or any terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability or use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law.