Behavior Coach

Job Description Behavior Coach - BHRFThe behavior coach will provide behavioral support to members of Miss A’s by working with members to help them improve their lives with a focus on behavior and habit change. This coaching process typically involves self-analysis, goal setting, action planning, and, most importantly, behavioral follow-through. The behavior coach will meet member’s weekly unless a need for increased sessions is identified.Responsibilities:The behavior coach will model, mentor and support members by working directly with them and Miss A’s BHTs.The behavior coach will focus on increasing skills to better meet the needs of the member with behavioral and/or emotional issues as outlined in their treatment plan.Work collaboratively with Miss A’s to identify members in need of early behavioral intervention.The behavior coach will develop plans and coach BHTs/parents in the implementation of the plan.Provide small group social thinking and mindfulness instruction to members involved in behavior coaching.Collaborate with Miss A’s on problematic behaviors to ensure members success.Collect and summarize behavioral data collaboratively with Miss A’s.Make recommendations about adjustments that should be made in the treatment plan/program to support and meet member need.Assist with crisis intervention and prevention as needed.Model behavior management strategies for BHTs/parents for successfully addressing challenging behavior.Complete all reporting requirements as mandated by the state, federal and contractual agreements in a timely manner.Give updates of member’s progress to Miss A’s for CFT and team meetings.Qualifications/Education Experience working with high needs children 12 – 18 years of ageOn-going Education5 year minimum experience as Lead BHT or equivalentRequirementsPositive and upbeatAble to function in a high stress environmentReliableMulti-task orientedCaring and compassionateWillingness to learnTrustworthy to uphold confidentiality - HIPPAMust be at least 25 years of ageValid AZ driver’s license w/clean MVD recordCPI/Prevention and Support (if alone with member)Fingerprint Clearance Card2-step Tuberculosis clearanceHands on CPR and First Aid (if alone with member)