Behavioral Program Specialist - 48008594

BEHAVIORAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 48008594 Date: Jul 19, 2024 Location: ST AUGUSTINE, FL, US, 32084 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 833656 Agency: School for the Deaf & BlindWorking Title: BEHAVIORAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 48008594Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 48008594 Salary: $26,145.60 - $29,145.60 Posting Closing Date: 08/02/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) Behavioral Program Specialist (Career Service) Position Number 48008594 Department: Deaf Principal Who are we? FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families. The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more. How you will make an impact The incumbent of this position supervises the In-school suspension program known as the “Opportunity for Improvement” (OFI) program in a K-12 academic program with deaf/hard of hearing and/or blind students.

Supervises and monitors one or more students who have been assigned in-school suspension or who are exhibiting behavioral concerns. This includes students who have short-term behavior problems and/or students exhibiting high risk behaviors. Assists in analyzing individual student needs and in designing an approach to support each student while in the program. Obtains classroom work and guidance from teachers in their academic subject areas for students assigned to the program to provide continuity of instruction through remediation and tutoring services to students. Provides and maintains documentation and feedback of student progress and participation. Assists in data collection for student behavior plans as needed. Supports Principal, Assistant Principals, Dean, and Behavior Specialist to support change behaviors through reteaching of appropriate behaviors and/or stress management to enable the student to return to the classroom/school setting. Provides supervision and reinforcement of school-wide expectations during transitions and mealtimes. This position is based in the Deaf High School but serves students from K-12 in both the Deaf and the Blind Departments where needed.

Serves as a classroom/school support during times when students are not assigned to the in-school suspension program.

Works along-side High School counselors to serve on the Positive Behavior Interventions and Support team to create innovative and supportive positive interventions across the school and to assist in implementing the program.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of child development;

Knowledge of behavior management techniques and skills;

Ability to build rapport with deaf and blind students;

Ability to use problem-solving techniques;

Ability to communicate verbally, in writing, and proficient in American Sign Language;

Ability to tutor and remediate students in areas of academic need;

Ability to supervise children individually and in small groups;

Ability to work collaboratively with others;

Ability to organize and maintain records management systems; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Ability to attain sign language proficiency level in accordance with FSDB O.P.P.1.24.

Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired during CPR and CPI.

Qualifications

An associate's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in nursing, education, or a social, behavioral or rehabilitative science and two years of experience involving the application of behavior modification principles; or

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in nursing, education, or a social, behavioral or rehabilitative science.

Experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Sign Language Requirements

Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to attain Advanced proficiency in sign language within one year of hire.

Please note: The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind provides education to acquire sign language skills.

Hiring Salary Range 10 month position: $26,145.60 - $29,145.60. This range is inclusive of verified experience and education.

Hours Monday – Friday; 7:30am to 3:30pm

Vision

FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success.

Mission

The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners. The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each individual. (Section 1002.36, Florida Statutes)

Values

Integrity & Respect – The FSDB community is a cohesive group that serves with honor, care, kindness and responsibility.

Safety & Security – The FSDB community is committed to the protection and well-being of stakeholders.

Innovation – The FSDB community welcomes change and embraces a continuous improvement mindset to encourage new methods to solve problems and foster creativity and growth.

Trust – The FSDB community is committed to high quality services and accountability through honest, reliable and consistent actions.

Our benefits include:

Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System.

Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only.

Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage.

Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more.

Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost.

Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities.

Biweekly accrual up to four (4) hours of sick leave and annual leave.

Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.

How You Will Grow

FSDB provides staff members with opportunities to grow professionally, enhancing their ability to support students' growth. School- and state-required training and skills development is offered both online and in-person for academic and non-academic staff members.

Condition of employment

Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete background investigation. Fingerprints will be taken and sent to the Florida Department of Law enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a background check of your criminal history record(s) at the state and national level.

To apply

Applications accepted through People First only.

An attached resume is not a substitute for the information required on the application. It is the responsibility of all applicants to keep their application current.

All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.

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The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville