The Behavior Support Assistant will assist the on-site support team members (Special Education Consultant, Social Worker or School Psychologist) and Instructional staff to provide a physically and emotionally safe school environment for students. This will be accomplished through proactive and preventative means as well as interventions designed to address extreme behaviors including mental health crises and juvenile crimes.
Knowledge & Skill Requirements
Education Required: Associate’s degree in related field; bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience Required: Knowledge and skills related to counseling conflict resolution, mediation and crisis intervention evidenced by experience.
Certification Required: Approved crisis management system
Desired Certification: CPR/First Aid/AED
Skills Required
Team player on an educational team and familiarity with the unique student rights and regulations governing special education placement. Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
Other Qualifications
Evidence of successful experience working with a diverse adolescent population. Willingness to provide safe physical support to students posing a safety risk through the use of techniques promoted by Crisis Prevention Institute Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as per IU 13 Policy.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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