What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Intervention Specialist - Vertus High School position at Charter Champions of Rochester?
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Mission Alignment: Support the mission of Vertus High School to develop Men of Character by fostering a safe, structured, and disciplined school environment. Behavior Intervention Specialists play a key role in mentoring, de-escalating conflicts, and ensuring students are accountable for their actions while reinforcing the Vertus Character Traits of Grit, Zest, Social Intelligence, Curiosity, Gratitude, Optimism, and being a Brother’s Keeper.
Behavioral Support & Student Accountability
- Maintain a consistent presence in hallways, common areas, and classrooms to ensure a structured school environment.
- Intervene in behavioral challenges, using restorative practices to guide students toward accountability.
- De-escalate situations professionally and reinforce school-wide behavioral expectations.
- Supervise and support students in reflection spaces, ensuring productive use of time.
- Assist in morning arrival, hallway supervision, lunch monitoring, and dismissal to maintain an orderly flow of students.
Restorative Practices & Conflict Resolution
- Lead restorative conversations and mediations to help students take ownership of their actions.
- Implement proactive intervention strategies to prevent escalations before they occur.
- Work closely with Preceptors, Teachers, and School Leaders to reinforce school expectations and support student development.
- Ensure that students receive appropriate behavioral interventions and follow through on corrective actions.
Student Mentorship & Advocacy
- Build strong relationships with students to foster personal growth and trust.
- Act as a mentor, guiding students through challenges and holding them accountable for their decisions.
- Encourage students to set behavioral and personal goals, tracking their progress.
- Serve as a consistent adult presence, reinforcing self-discipline, responsibility, and leadership.
Crisis Management & School Safety
- Respond promptly to behavioral incidents, ensuring safety for all students and staff.
- Assist in searching for prohibited items, monitoring student behavior, and addressing misconduct.
- Support school security measures by patrolling areas prone to loitering or unauthorized visitors.
- Collaborate with the school’s safety team to maintain a secure and structured learning environment.
Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities
- Work closely with Teachers, Preceptors, School Leaders, and Support Staff to create a unified approach to student behavior.
- Participate in weekly professional development, continuously improving behavioral intervention strategies.
- Communicate with families and guardians to provide updates on student behavior and interventions.
- Document behavioral incidents, interventions, and resolutions in a clear and professional manner.
- Actively contribute to school-wide initiatives that promote a positive and disciplined school culture.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support the mission and goals of Vertus High School.
