Behavior Interventionist - Parsons State Hospital - Special Purpose School

Greenbush The Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is seeking applications for a Behavior Interventionist at the Parsons State Hospital - Special Purpose School.

Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2025.  Position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. Must have legal ability to work in the United States without sponsorship. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Job Summary: Evaluate, plan, and implement effective educational behavioral supports for students within the Day School Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

A valid drivers license is required for employment. REAL ID is required if air travel is necessary to complete job duties.

MSW or Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Kansas special education licensure/endorsement, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), School Psychologist, and/or Master Level Psychologist.

Current Kansas licensure.

Experience with students K-12 who have significant behavioral and/or mental health needs preferred.

Maintain current health and inoculation certificate on file in the central office.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Must be in good standing with partnering district(s) where the program is located.

Preferred:

Special education degree.

Prior experience in special education, behavior management, and data collection.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

1. Participate as a team member in all evaluations, reviews, and re-evaluation processes.
2. Participate in developing and coordinating programming for students within the alternative day program and with other cooperating agencies.
3. Assist in the development and implementation of effective individual education plans and other student goal-setting plans.
4. Develop and implement appropriate social competencies for students.
5. Report program progress regularly to the Program Director.
6. Develop working relationships with administrators and teachers in participating day schools and cooperative agency personnel.
7. Analyze and report student intervention program data and consult with teaching teams to advise on interventions based on data results.
8. Participate in the planning of transitional programs for those served.
9. Assist in collaborative planning with day school staff, other disciplines, and agencies.

General Responsibilities:

1. Maintain timely documentation.
2. Support the mission, goals, and objectives of the SEKESC.
3. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
4. Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
5. Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
6. Maintain professional relationships with families.
7. Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with literature, research, and/or practices.
8. Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to effectively and regularly communicate with other employees of the SEKESC and constituents.
9. Complete all assignments in a timely manner including communication with other staff and families.
10. Follow all safety requirements as directed by the SEKESC.
11. Regular and predictive attendance in the designated work location as determined by the Executive Director or designee.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Lifting to 40 pounds.
2. Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
3. Sit/stand for long periods.
4. Work in loud/stressful environments.
5. Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
6. Being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
7. Being exposed to hazardous materials.
8. Being exposed to work settings that offer a risk to personal security and that are not ADA-compliant.

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