Behavior Support Specialist - Oakland Schools : Job Details

Position Type: Non-Certified Student Support ServicesDate Posted: 1/14/2025Location: Student and Family Engagement DepartmentDistrict: Waterford School DistrictPosition: Behavior Support Specialist (10 month position) Location: Multiple Buildings Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates and/or Bachelor's Degree recommended; or equivalent applicable experience
• Experience with behavior intervention techniques
• Trained in or willing to be trained in non-violent crisis interventions
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to problem solve

Essential Functions:

• Able to assist with the development and implementation of classroom and individual behavior plans
• Able to deescalate student who are in a state of crisis
• Meet with students whose behavior warrants intervention and develop individualized behavior tracking and intervention programs
• Work with staff on issues such as: crisis intervention, learning and collaboration issues, and factors that can affect development and implementation of interventions
• Maintain timely and accurate records and files consistent with department policies and procedures
• Able to provide one on one support to students
• Able to provide group support to students
• Maintains strong communication with families and staff

Reports To: Behavior Support Leader Workday/Week: Monday - Friday 7 hours per day Starting Date: TBD Compensation: $22.12 per hour Posting Date: January 14, 2025 Posting Deadline: Until filledInternal and external candidates may apply by visiting www.waterford.k12.mi.us and selecting the icon Employment and next, Job Postings Directory . Include letter of intent, resume, and letter(s) of reference with the application. Employment is contingent upon receiving all required documentation (e.g., criminal background investigation and fingerprint records.)The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, Protected Classes ), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.Attachment(s):

• Behavior Support Specialist 1-14-25.pdf