The Behavior Specialist implements positive behavior support programs and targeted interventions to improve academic and social-emotional outcomes for students. They are responsible for collecting behavioral data, conducting observations, and providing crisis intervention and de-escalation in a school setting.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience providing behavioral support to children with disabilities, such as autism or emotional behavioral disorders. An associate's degree and RBT credential are highly preferred.
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Job description
🔷 Starting Rate
$22 - $25 /hour based on experience
🏫 Environment: Special Education Program, Grades K-6
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education [https://careers.chancelight.com/]https://www.spectrumschools.com/, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Behavior Specialist to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you thrive in a dynamic, student-centered environment, are driven by meaningful outcomes, and bring compassion, creativity, and resilience to every challenge, especially when supporting exceptional learners — We Should Talk! 📲
As a Behavior Specialist, you will guide and assist with our school-wide classroom implementation of the positive behavior support program, increasing positive student behaviors. This position always focuses first on proactive strategies when working with challenging behaviors and is immediately available to respond to crisis situations with the ability to de-escalate students using CPI strategies, behavioral contracts and interventions documented in student’s behavioral intervention plan, if applicable.
‖ Responsibilities Include
Implementing targeted individual, group, and system-wide interventions to enhance positive academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and independent outcomes for students.
Reinforcing positive student behavior, skillfully redirecting negative behaviors, and modeling effective behavioral strategies for staff.
Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records related to student behavior strategies (SBS) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Collecting, analyzing, and charting behavioral data to effectively monitor student progress and inform instructional practices in collaboration with IEP teams.
Benefits
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Medical Plans
Dental Plans
Health Savings Accounts
Paid Holiday Schedule
401k Retirement Saving Plan
Health Advocacy Services
Legal Services Insurance
Pet Health Insurance
Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
Opportunities for Growth & Development
24/7 Nurse Line
Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
Personal Protection Insurance Plans
Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
Providing practical support and guidance to classroom staff in monitoring individual student behaviors and implementing effective class-wide behavior management systems.
Applying applied behavior analysis principles under the direction of a board-certified behavior analyst to improve student outcomes and proactively address disruptive behaviors.
Conducting detailed behavioral observations essential for developing functional behavior assessments and creating individualized behavior intervention plans.
Assisting teachers with preparation and execution of instructional activities, supervising students, and supporting classroom management tasks.
Providing responsive and effective crisis intervention by promptly employing de-escalation techniques, prioritizing safety, and acting as a first responder to minimize disruptions to instruction and school operations.
Completing thorough documentation of behavioral incidents and related reports, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies.
Adhering strictly to universal precautions and emergency protocols, including CPR, First Aid, and procedures for blood-borne pathogens.
Identifying, reporting, and addressing potential safety hazards, actively contributing to the site's safety committee.
Actively attending and participating in team meetings, clinical supervision, staff meetings, teacher collaboration sessions, and strategic planning initiatives.
Participating in professional development opportunities to stay informed about current behavioral principles, strategies, and educational policies.
Assisting in supervising students during school-related activities, including field trips, bus duties, lunch supervision, playground monitoring, and transportation support as necessary.
Performing additional duties and special projects as assigned to promote continuous program excellence and organizational improvement.
‖ Qualifications Required
High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.
Associate's degree or higher in a closely related field of study highly preferred.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a registered behavior technician (RBT) credential preferred.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
Prior experience providing behavioral instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.
Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including functional behavior assessment (FBA), positive behavior interventions and support (PBIS) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's) preferred.
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation and make independent decisions.
Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education [https://chancelight.com/] is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!
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At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!
‖ Perks and Benefits Include
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Personal Protection Insurance Plans
Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
Legal Services Insurance
Pet Health Insurance
Accrual-based Paid Time Off
School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
401k Retirement Saving Plan
Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
Opportunities for Growth & Development
And So Much More!
If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance!
Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!
Ohio schools and behavioral health programs commonly seek Behavior Specialists to support students with behavioral needs, so openings can be steady in districts and service agencies. This role is competitive because employers often prefer experience in special education or behavioral health, plus familiarity with ABA principles and the ability to earn crisis management certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show direct child-support experience and readiness for certification.
