Behavior Coordinator

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs a growing dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking a Behavior Coordinator 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 fast-paced student-centered outcomes-driven environment feel energized by coaching teams and strengthening program quality and bring a solutions-first mindset a sense of humor and a rock-solid work ethic We Should Talk!ð²

As a Behavior Coordinator you will serve as a key driver of high-quality compliant and student-centered programming by strengthening staff practice and elevating instructional and behavioral outcomes. You will train coach and mentor teams in Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) evidence-based teaching strategies aligned to IEP goals and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) practices. Youll also research and recommend evidence-based curricula and systemsensuring the program meets Department of Education requirements and Spectrum standards with a continuous-improvement mindset.

â Responsibilities Include:

• Providing comprehensive training guidance and ongoing support to program staff in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and developing effective Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

• Maintaining high-quality standards for academic instruction and behavioral intervention services delivered to all students.

• Coaching staff on evidence-based instructional practices aligned to each students Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals strengthening implementation fidelity and accelerating student progress.

• Assessing program-wide professional development needs and designing building and delivering training supports that close performance gaps and elevate outcomes.

• Strengthening staff capability through continuous learning by participating inand promoting participation inconferences workshops seminars and training sessions that expand core competencies.

• Leading the training certification and ongoing coaching of staff in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) strategies reinforcing safe consistent and effective application.

• Partnering with the Program Director to support hiring onboarding orientation and initial training processes for behavioral program staff.

• Researching evidence-based curricula and recommending adoption aligned with Department of Education requirements and program priorities.

• Optimizing student classroom and program-wide support systems by continuously evaluating needs refining processes and implementing improvements.

• Participating proactively in required meetings including student progress reviews parent-teacher conferences staff development sessions and other relevant forums as needed.

• Conducting routine quality assurance reviews at the student staff classroom and site levels documenting results and recommending actionable improvements to increase program effectiveness.

• Ensuring ongoing compliance with Department of Education regulations and Spectrum operational standards policies and procedures.

• Supporting additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by program leadership.

â Qualifications Required:

• Masters degree or higher in applied behavior analysis special education or a closely related field of study.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credential highly preferred.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a CA state special education credential preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in providing behavioral support preferably in an alternative special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) functional behavior assessment (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities emotional behavioral disorders autism spectrum disorders and/or other related disabilities.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance effective teaching strategies classroom management systems data-based decision making and working with students with individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Prior experience and/or highly skilled in crisis management systems and intervention.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation and make independent decisions.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Advanced oral and written communication organization conflict resolution multitasking problem solving and decision-making ability.
• Well-versed in the use of relevant technology including experience with computers Microsoft Office Suite database entry and basic office equipment.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health Therapy & Education the nations 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 240000 student lives!

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• ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job as a member of our team youll 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 aChanceto transform lives through education!

  â Perks and Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision Plans
  • Annual Education Stipend - $2000
  • 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 youre ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future This Is YourChance!

  Join us and together we can empower students to overcome challenges build confidence and unlock their full potential!

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