Behavior Interventionist

Muskegon Maritime Academy

  • Muskegon, MI
  • $16.00-20.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 7 hours ago
  • Apply easily
We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Behavior Interventionist to join our team!SUMMARY:Will serve as the primary advocate for supporting the diverse needs of students. Supporting attendance, behavior, health and safety, student mobility, academic and non-academic needs. The Behavior Interventionist will coordinate positive behavior interventions, after school events, culture and climate team members, and develop a culture and climate of high expectations.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree required with concentration in communication, education, or related fields.
  • Desired 3 years minimum experience with community outreach activities/programs
  • Successful clear criminal background check.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop targeted strategies to reduce problematic behaviors and encourage productive behaviors through means such as positive reinforcement.
  • Provides leadership and support; advises and counsels teachers and students who experience disciplinary issues in accordance with the Academy's student code of conduct and established disciplinary program and guidelines.
  • Work closely with the individual(s) and with other professionals to assess the student's behaviors and create a specially designed plan.
  • Contacts parents regarding any discipline referrals which include, but are not limited to, removal from class, detention or suspension.
  • Tracks all disciplinary referrals from teachers and staff in the database system.
  • Coordinates and implements individual plans.
  • Creates general strategies for behavior assessment with the principal and other academy administrators.
  • Works closely with the principal and other Academy administrators to establish and maintain a strong culture of academic excellence and disciplined behavior among students.
  • Assists the Principal in overseeing student advisory implementation, home visits and monitors, tracks and reports on progress of advisory activities.
  • Helps students develop mental capabilities and healthy habits that can last for the rest of their lives.
  • Collaborate with community agencies.
  • Connect parents/guardians to community services.
  • Other duties as assigned.
We are an equal opportunity employer.

Muskegon Maritime Academy