Behavior Specialist - Meadowlark Academy - St. Helens

Position Type :

Licensed / Licensed Employee

Date Posted : 10 / 16 / 2025

Location :

St. Helens School District

Date Available : 11 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date :

Priority Date 10 / 24 / 2025

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Position Title : Behavior Specialist

Department : Social Emotional Learning Schools

Location : Meadowlark Academy - Lewis & Clark Elementary, St. Helens School District

Reports To : Program Administrator

Compensation : Licensed Salary Schedule, Per negotiated contract (Range : $56530 - $104459 annually : DOE)

FTE : 1.0 - 8 hours per day

NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT : In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

General Description :

To provide direct service and to assist program staff in responding effectively and appropriately to the behavior-emotional, social skills development and academic support needs of students experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges in the school program environment.

Qualifications : Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Master's Degree in psychology, counseling, social work, special education, or equivalent

2. Successful experience with the practices and application of behavior intervention techniques, social skills development, effective communication with students, and consultation strategies with staff

3. Direct experience with students who have emotional and behavioral problems

4. Appropriate Oregon TSPC Certification or Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification

5. Bilingual and bicultural skills in such common languages to NWRESD preferred

6. Valid driver's license, vehicle available for use on the job, and accompanying automobile insurance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES :

1. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

2. Ability to work with very high degree of accuracy and organizational skills

3. Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations

4. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor

5. Demonstrated ability to work with schools, districts and other partners

6. Ability to make decisions independently and to use initiative and judgment in accomplishing tasks following overall policies and objectives

7. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in professional development activities

Essential Functions : Include the following. Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other Duties may be assigned . The duties listed below are not inclusive, but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.

A. Conduct observations as needed to assist with the evaluation of the student's behavior and social skill level

B. Complete or assist in the preparation of records, reports, recommendations, and correspondence as necessary

C. Consult with program staff in the development and implementation of crisis prevention and intervention plans, which may include behavioral programs, teacher strategies, home intervention plans, and mobilization of community resources for direct services

D. Schedule and / or participate in the interdisciplinary staff meetings and conferences as requested, to support the process of identification, planning, and implementation of educational services including development of behavior plans to improve student academic functioning and social adjustment to school

E. Participate in IEP meetings to determine appropriate Individual Education Programs and placement for eligible students

F. Coordinate activities with other staff or appropriate IEP implementation

G. Develop and implement social skills programs

H. Implement or assist with appropriate student discipline and crisis intervention

I. Consult with local school district staff regarding transition support for students returning to a home school environment

J. Refer to and consult, as needed, with community agencies to coordinate individual services for students and / or families

K. Obtain and maintain skills in one or more of Oregon's approved de-escalation systems, including obtaining certification to become a certified trainer

L. Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Note : The description contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is proud to be an antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hrhelp@nwresd.k12.or.us. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900. FISCAL POSITION CONTROL CODE(S) : 3513

FRONTLINE JOB ID : 3309

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• Bargaining Agreement
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