
Behavior Intervention Specialist-Alternative Education (Open & Promotional) at Kern County Superintendent of Schools
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office operates a Community School Program that serves students who are: 1) expelled, 2) referred by a district School Attendance Review Board, 3) referred by a district with parent approval, or 4) probation referred. The Behavior Intervention Specialist will work to help coordinate services within a Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports (PBIS) framework and Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. This position will consult and collaborate with Office, school district personnel, and outside agencies to help promote a school environment responsive to the needs of children; provide in-service training on positive behavioral interventions, evidence-based interventions, and other best practices.
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: One (1) year of experience (paid or unpaid) working in counseling programs or in programs that support at-risk youth with emotional/behavioral issues. Experience with a PBIS-MTSS system or framework as specialized behavior support staff preferred. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social/Behavioral Sciences, or related field, or an Associate’s degree in Psychology, Social/Behavioral Sciences, or related field, and three (3) years of experience working in counseling programs or in programs for at-risk youth with emotional/behavioral issues. Experience in an educational setting preferred. Attach any documents that you feel will help demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications listed above (i.e. resume, transcript, diploma). Documents you wish to attach should be uploaded via EDJOIN by the filing deadline in order to be considered in the hiring process (pertains to current employees also). A scanner to upload required documents is available in the Human Resources office located at 1330 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301. •The documents will be scanned and emailed to the candidate. It is the candidate’s responsibility to attach all documents to the EDJOIN application by the filing deadline. Required Documents:
- Other (Proof of Education )
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: One (1) year of experience (paid or unpaid) working in counseling programs or in programs that support at-risk youth with emotional/behavioral issues. Experience with a PBIS-MTSS system or framework as specialized behavior support staff preferred. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social/Behavioral Sciences, or related field, or an Associate’s degree in Psychology, Social/Behavioral Sciences, or related field, and three (3) years of experience working in counseling programs or in programs for at-risk youth with emotional/behavioral issues. Experience in an educational setting preferred. Attach any documents that you feel will help demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications listed above (i.e. resume, transcript, diploma). Documents you wish to attach should be uploaded via EDJOIN by the filing deadline in order to be considered in the hiring process (pertains to current employees also). A scanner to upload required documents is available in the Human Resources office located at 1330 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301. •The documents will be scanned and emailed to the candidate. It is the candidate’s responsibility to attach all documents to the EDJOIN application by the filing deadline. Required Documents:
- Other (Proof of Education )
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT COMMENTS
• All candidates will be notified by email throughout the hiring process.
• Each candidate’s application papers will be thoroughly evaluated and ranked by a screening committee appointed by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Candidates achieving a rating of 70% or better will qualify to continue in the eligibility screening process.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license which must be maintained for the duration of the assignment. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days, whichever is longer.
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics”.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT COMMENTS
• All candidates will be notified by email throughout the hiring process.
• Each candidate’s application papers will be thoroughly evaluated and ranked by a screening committee appointed by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools. Candidates achieving a rating of 70% or better will qualify to continue in the eligibility screening process.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license which must be maintained for the duration of the assignment. Fingerprint clearance by both the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. This position has a probationary period of six months or 130 days, whichever is longer.
“The Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics”.