Behavioral Specialist

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Behavior Specialist

Date Posted:

1/14/2026

Location:

Woodhaven-Brownstown School District

District:

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January 14, 2026

JOB TITLE:

Behavioral Specialist

Position is contingent upon grant funded

JOB SUMMARY:

The Behavioral Specialist demonstrates strong expertise in supporting students with behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health needs across the K12 setting. They consistently apply evidence-based behavioral practices, including functional behavior assessments (FBAs), behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and positive behavior supports aligned with PBIS and MTSS frameworks.

The specialist works collaboratively with administrators, teachers, counselors, and special education staff to address student needs proactively and responsively. They provide effective coaching and consultation to staff, helping build capacity for classroom behavior management, de-escalation strategies, and trauma-informed practices. Their communication with families is professional, supportive, and focused on student success.

The Behavioral Specialist demonstrates strong crisis response skills, assisting with student safety planning, threat assessment processes, and post-incident debriefing when needed. They maintain appropriate documentation, comply with legal and ethical standards, and contribute meaningfully to Caring for Student (C4S) Plan.

MINIMAL

QUALIFICATIONS:

* School Social Work Licensure/Temporary or Full School Approval for School Social Worker

* Experience with students with exposure to prolonged chronic stress required

* PBIS, CPI and Crisis Intervention training and experience preferred

* Experience in working within the MTSS framework

* Experience in conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments, writing Positive Behavior Intervention Plans, and Emergency Intervention Plans

* Team work, team building, and mediation skills and ability to work independently

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education and/or Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (May include but not be limited to):

* Provide in-classroom behavioral support, coaching, training and strategies for meeting the needs of students

* Address behavior by providing behavioral interventions and problem-solving strategies

* Intervene in crisis situations

* Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and data driven planning

* Develop and implement C4S (Caring for Students) plans for students

* Bill for Medicaid eligible students

* Facilitate behavior planning and review meetings, and wraparound meetings

* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary staff, parents, and administrators

* Provide training and support to all appropriate staff members

* Document and collect data for behavior interventions and services provided

* Determine appropriate behavior treatment plans through documented evaluations and consultations

* Participate in student success team meetings

* Implement trauma-informed/resiliency-based strategies & interventions

* Implement building wide PBIS

* Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities and behavior strategies/interventions

* Meet the needs of all students effectively by working in partnership with other disciplines

* Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and school policy

* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of research, theories, and practices associated with therapy in the school-based setting

* Be a member of the CSTAG team by incorporating and developing School Safety Planning.

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* Behavioral Specialist -  SY - 01-12-