Behavior Interventionist

Behavior Interventionist (PT)Detroit, MI • Part-timeAbout the JobBehavior Interventionist Detroit Metropolitan Area- Rotate between three locations. (Detroit, Oak Park, Redford). Flexible work schedule: 20 hours/week- 9:00am to 2:00 pm. $42.50/hr.Essential Functions:Collaborates with classroom teachers, school Psychologists, and school Social Workers on developing Behavior Intervention Plans for students with behavioral concerns.Work directly and diligently with identified students to adapt behaviors that substantially increase their academic performance and functional independence.Provide strategies and activities specifically designed for targeted students.Supports students with behavioral needs in the classroom in collaboration with the general education teacher.Supports families of students who have behavioral challenges.Provide Professional Learning to staff on ways to support students with behavioral challenges in the classroom.Model strategies in the classroom for general education teachers to implement to support students with behavioral challenges.Coordinate, monitor, interpret, and report data on targeted student behavior.Complete effective formal & informal individual student assessments and produce accurate, articulate, and timely written reports.Participate as a member of the Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team for assigned cases.Communicate effectively in a liaison role with parents, staff, administration, school districts and agencies regarding current students and referrals.Consult and collaborate with teachers, ancillary, paraprofessionals, administrators, parents, and outside agency supports on a routine basis.Facilitate problem-solving utilizing a structured meeting format to address challenging behavior(s), classroom management, program concerns, etc.Aid teams with developing successful transitions for incoming referrals & students returning to their resident district.Maintain regular and punctual attendance.Other duties as assigned by the administration.Specialized Education: Training, Knowledge, Experience, and Certification(s) RequiredApplicant must have completed a Master's Degree.Michigan Department of Education fully approved School Psychologist, School Social Worker, Counselor, Special Education Teacher, or certified K-6 Gen Ed Teacher with over 5 years of experience in the classroom.Behavior Intervention Specialist Certification preferred but not required.Knowledge and experience with Positive Behavior Support, Functional Behavior Analysis, and Behavior Intervention Planning are preferred.Training, familiarity, and experience with students with disabilities, developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis &/or emotional impairment.Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention strategies or be willing to be trained.ABA experience required.Skills & AbilitiesStrong analytical and problem solving skills with superior organization and communication skills.Strong consultative communication skills.Knowledge of MDE Emergency Seclusion & Emergency Restraint Law.Proficiency in Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.) and online sourcing tools with functional knowledge of internet use for search platforms.Extensive knowledge of and experience developing a platform for data collection, analysis, and progress monitoring.Ability to withstand the strain of the position.Must be reliable and punctual with excellent work-related attendance record.Physical RequirementAble to lift 15 pounds to carry, push, and/or pull items.Hear and speak to exchange information in person or on the telephone.The ability to travel to other buildings within the district is required.About Elite Diversity StaffingElite Diversity Staffing is more than just a staffing company. We partner with our clients to hire and work with employees to create a quality working environment and solve problems as they come up. WE ARE MORE THAN A STAFFING COMPANY.Elite Diversity Staffing takes the success of the companies we work with personally, vetting every company and candidate appropriately and developing relationships for continued success.- We get all-star performances from our people, coaching each candidate with our training and mentoring programs. Only steady, dependable pros walk through our clients' doors.- We're available when you need us, ready to step in and make things right.ADDITIONAL SERVICES: In addition to our staffing services, Elite Diversity Staffing provides the following: PPE and safety equipment Benefits, Taxes, PEO Marketing and communications Uniforms/Custom apparel and goods, and Community outreach. To learn more about leveraging Elite Diversity Staffing for your hiring needs, reach out to us.