Behavioral Wellness Coach

Behavioral Wellness Coach

Join us at Villages of California where we envision a world where our youth can thrive. We are a team of professionals who imagine a world where students are equipped with the skills and knowledge to help themselves; where each student is given the professional support to overcome their unique challenges and realize their academic and personal potential. We have created a team-based approach beyond the traditional client/therapist treatment setting where we provide more than what families and their children were receiving in weekly therapy sessions. We hope to continue to make strides for individuals and their families struggling with substance abuse, mental health issues, and academic challenges. Join us and let's work together to help our youth thrive.

Position Overview

The Behavioral Wellness Coach (BWC) plays a vital role in supporting student well-being and academic success by promoting positive behavior strategies and providing classroom-based behavioral support. This position serves collaborates with educators, school staff, and clinical supervisors to implement PBIS-aligned interventions and reinforce emotionally regulated, pro-social behavior among students. Supervision is provided by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Program Coordinator. BWCs hold Wellness Coach and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certifications and are trained in applied behavior analysis, classroom coaching, and data-driven decision-making.

A Little Bit About You

You are:

• An empathetic and culturally competent clinician who builds trust quickly.
• A self-starter with strong clinical judgment and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Passionate about youth mental health and committed to engaging families and schools in the therapeutic process.
• A creative problem-solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work across diverse environments, including schools, homes, and community settings.

You Will Help Our Youth Thrive By

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) in school and classroom settings.
• Use data-informed strategies to improve student emotional regulation and reduce disruptive behaviors.
• Provide direct support to students during escalations and behavioral crises.
• Model functionally appropriate replacement behaviors to meet students' needs in socially acceptable ways.
• Develop and demonstrate reinforcement strategies tailored to student interests.
• Complete Threat Assessments.

Teacher and School Staff Support

• Collaborate with teachers to design and implement Behavior Action Plans, including tools like token systems and visual supports.
• Model behavioral strategies and techniques in the classroom for teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Train staff on behavioral data collection, reinforcement techniques, and plan implementation.
• Serve as a key liaison between school sites, administrators, families, and the Villages of California clinical team.

Documentation & Case Management

• Conduct behavioral observations and collect data to guide interventions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of interventions and student progress.
• Participate in collaboration and care coordination meetings (e.g., COST teams).
• Provide linkage to resources and additional services as needed.

Crisis Support & Intervention

• Provide immediate crisis response and de-escalation support on-site.
• Collaborate with the BCBA and Program Coordinator to modify intervention plans based on student needs.

What You'll Need To Be Successful In This Role

Education and Certification

• Active Wellness Coach Certification (required) [cawellnesscoach.org]
• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification (required) OR completion of RBT 40 hour course [course option: autismpartnershipfoundation.org]
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, behavioral health, or related field preferred

Experience

• Experience in classroom-based behavioral support
• Familiarity with PBIS, ABA, and school-based behavior intervention plans

Skills & Competencies

• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to analyze and use behavioral data to inform interventions
• Skilled in behavior management and motivational techniques
• Emotionally intelligent and culturally responsive
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required

Other Requirements

• Valid CA driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must pass background checks and meet all school-site clearance requirements

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent in this position has no supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this position successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Villages of California Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Proficiency in MS Office systems.
• Ability to utilize an electronic medical records.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment
• Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients.
• Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor.
• Understanding of youth/adult/adolescent development and family systems
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to be flexible; problem solver, self-directed; customer service-oriented, and collaborative.
• Skills and ability to engage and develop a rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, not required.

Training Provided (upon hire and ongoing)

• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
• Functional Behavioral Assessment
• ADHD & Impulse Control
• Clinical Documentation
• Suicide Prevention & Mandated Reporting
• Collaborative Problem Solving
• HIPAA and Sexual Harassment Prevention
• Applied Behavior Analysis Techniques
• Self-care for Mental Health Providers

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Requires flexibility to work in schools, homes, and community environments.
• Must be able to travel locally; reliable transportation, valid CA driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and a safe driving record are required.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.