Youth Intervention Specialist-Anne M. Jeans Elementary School. Willowbrook Move Collecti

Job Goal

A Youth Intervention Specialist provides support and guidance to young people, often in at‑risk situations, to help them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. They work to create positive environments, implement behavior support programs, and connect youth with resources. This role involves case management, mentoring, conflict resolution, and collaboration with other professionals.

State of Illinois fingerprinting and background check in compliance with state code and district policy requirements. A fingerprint‑based criminal history records check, and a check of the Statewide Sex Offender Database and Violent Offender Against Youth Database (when available) will be performed on the successful candidate as required by State law. Each newly hired employee must complete an Immigration and Naturalization Service Form as required by federal law.

The district retains the right to discharge any employee whose criminal background investigation reveals a conviction for committing or attempting to commit any of the offenses outlined in Section 5/21‑23a of The School Code or who falsifies, or omits facts from, his or her employment application or other employment documents.

Must hold an IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsement
General Administrative (Type 75)-preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills to initiate and respond to students, teachers, staff, and parents, and demonstrate professional conduct.

• Creating a supportive environment:
  Implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) programs, supporting Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), and delivering staff development on these topics.
• Addressing student behavior:
  De‑escalating incidents, maintaining communication with parents and staff, and referring students to appropriate support systems.
• Providing case management:
  Identifying and assessing at‑risk youth, developing and implementing individual student plans, and providing ongoing support through case management.
• Facilitating support groups and mentoring:
  Creating and leading groups that address specific needs and connecting youth with mentors to provide guidance and support.
• Connecting youth with resources:
  Partnering with community organizations, schools, and other stakeholders to provide access to resources that support youth and their families.
• Collaborating with other professionals:
  Working with social workers, educators, psychologists, and other professionals to provide a holistic approach to addressing youth needs.
• Monitoring attendance and implementing strategies:
  Tracking attendance, contacting parents, and developing incentives to improve attendance.
• Overseeing peer mediation:
  Training students to resolve conflicts peacefully.
• Developing and implementing programs:
  Creating and implementing programs that address the educational, social, and emotional needs of youth.
• Managing student behavior:
  Monitoring student behavior, implementing consequences, and managing in‑school suspension programs.
• Conducting home visits:
  Visiting the homes of chronically absent students to address barriers to attendance.

Salary:
Based on the CCSD 180 Teacher Salary Schedule

Burr Ridge CCSD 180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Burr Ridge CCSD 180 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The district has a policy of actively recruiting qualified minority teachers and non‑certified employees.