Summary

Student Support Services | HVED District Office | Available: 2024 - 2025 SY | Closing: Open until filled

Description

HVED is seeking a professional, self-motivated Behavior Specialist to join the Mental Health Practitioner/Behavior Specialist team. These applicants will be trained and competent in designing and implementing positive behavioral interventions and support to member district teachers and/or HVED’s Level IV Behavior and Autism program(s). District and program assignments are based on a combination of geographic location, student caseloads and district needs, as well as team and employee preferences. 
 
Qualifications:            

  • The Education District requires an applicant to have one or more of the following licensure: 
    • Licensed Special Education Teacher, preferably in Emotional or Behavior Disorders (EBD). Other Special Education licensure are considered. 
    • Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Counselor, or Board Certification Behavior Analyst (BCBA).  
    • Other degrees and licensure may be considered if the individual is skilled in behavioral analysis, functional assessment and crisis intervention.
  • Experience in child behavior and intervention experience strongly preferred.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license to travel between HVED programs and member school district(s). 

Competencies:

  • Must be able to work in team decision-making situations
  • Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must possess ability to problem-solve
  • Must possess ability to coordinate with others and lead teams when necessary
  • Knowledgeable in interpreting and supporting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs)  
  • Familiar with PBSP (Positive Behavior Support Plan) and BIPs (Behavior Intervention plans) 

Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

  • Provide classroom and behavioral supports for students through analyzing data to identify inappropriate behaviors, planning, implementing and tracking individual behavioral plans.
  • Identify barriers to successful transition and facilitate transition plans.
  • Assist IEP teams in problem-solving and creating plans to manage behaviors that affect a student’s learning.
  • Become a certified CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Trainer and facilitate CPI initial and refresher courses for HVED employees and member district employees.
  • Provide a comprehensive approach to behavior management that includes evaluation, data collection, interventions and regular monitoring to produce socially significant improvement in children’s behavior. 

Employment Start Date: 

  • Immediate

Travel Requirements:

  • Travel among the HVED programs, member districts and HVED District Office required.

Working Conditions:  

  • Office, lifting, sitting, standing, pushing, pulling, keyboarding, etc. 

Salary/Benefits:  

  • $52,443 – $85,862 plus a competitive benefits package.  Pay based on years of experience, education, and credentials.

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Hiawatha Valley Education District (HVED) provides special education services to 12 School Districts and three Charter Schools within five counties of southeast Minnesota: Fillmore, Houston, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona. HVED also has a Setting IV Behavior Program, Students Achieving Integrated Services (SAIL) that provides programming for students in grades K-12 with challenging behaviors currently receiving special education services.  Along with the SAIL programs, HVED provides programming for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a program named for Specialized Programming, Education, Comprehensive Therapy and other Resources for their Unique Minds (SPECTRUM). Our SPECTRUM program is located in Hokah. HVED is committed to providing the best services to staff, students, and member districts in southeast Minnesota. Come join our team to be a part of a great and growing organization!