GLON0352787-0000
2025-09-01T00:00:00
2025-07-27T00:00:00
Job title: Emotional Support SpecialistDepartment: Special EducationReports to: Director of Student Support ServicesOverview The Emotional Support Specialist is a professional support position. The Emotional Support Specialist will collaborate with educators in schools throughout the district to address conduct concerns and develop behavioral interventions for scholars with and without disabilities.QualificationsValid New York State Certification as a School Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Special Education teacher, or Master’s Degree in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or the equivalent.Experience working with children/adolescents with various behavioral and/or mental health concerns.Experience or familiarity with developing functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).Experience working with staff and administration on interventions to support student behavior.Essential duties and responsibilitiesConduct student consultations to inform behavior support practices.Conduct classroom observations to support behavior-related management and instruction.Provide consultation and intervention regarding behavior management, effective education, and assessment of behavioral needs of scholars with and without disabilities.Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the root causes of challenging behaviors.Analyze behavior data and develop behavior intervention plans (BIPs) based on evidence-based practices, as well as coordinate necessary BIP reviews. Understand the behavioral characteristics typically associated with autism, behavioral disorders, traumatic brain injury, intellectual disabilities, adverse childhood experiences, trauma-informed practices, etc.Possess the ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with parents and colleagues.Adjust intervention plans, as needed, based on student performance and feedback from the team.Serve as a member of the CSE for scholars with behavioral concerns.Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations.Ability to train others to apply effective behavior management techniques.Collect and analyze data to inform behavioral practices throughout the district as well as provide teacher-coaching and support related to classroom management.Complete other duties as assigned.Physical requirements The position may require the ability to physically intervene in behavioral crises, which may involve de-escalation techniques and physical restraints, as trained.
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