Behavioral Specialist

 Eliada Homes, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Specialist whose employment will directly and indirectly impact the lives and needs of our students, their families, and our community. Eliada has offered rewarding, impactful, and meaningful work for over 100 years making us one of the longest running nonprofits in the Asheville area and the state of North Carolina. Come join us and see why!

Under the supervision of the Child Development Program Director, the Behavioral Specialist will observe, assess and provide support to children who have emotional or behavioral challenges. They will provide evidence-based behavioral principles to help children and adults develop new productive behaviors to replace problematic behaviors. Benefits include Childcare discounts, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, team working environment, training opportunities and opportunities for advancement.

Department: Child Development

Status: Full Time/Non-Exempt/Salaried

Benefits Eligible: Yes

PTO & Sick Leave Eligible: Yes

 Major Responsibilities:

• Interact with child development students on a daily basis and provide behavioral support to students, parents and teachers.
• Assess and interpret children’s cognitive, social/emotional, language, and physical skills.
• Support the teachers and parents in the implementation of behavior support plans and instructional goals.
• Participate as an active member of the Child and Family Team and support both the parents and child in this process.
• Assess the child/family needs for comprehensive services
• Link the child and family to needed services and supports
• Monitor the provision of services and supports
• Assess the outcomes of services and supports
• Collaborate with other behavioral, medical, and treatment providers.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Human Services field from an accredited college or university. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. A minimum of three years’ experience working with children in early childhood education with behavioral, cognitive, social, emotional needs and developmental delays.