Behavior Aide

BEHAVIOR AIDEOverview

The Behavioral Aide plays a key role in supporting youth across five core program areas:
Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, Health and Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, Fitness & Recreation
. This position focuses on guiding youth with behavioral challenges by promoting a safe, supportive, and structured environment that encourages positive growth and development. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, and skilled in behavior management strategies.

• Support the implementation of daily activities and behavior plans across all program areas.
• Observe, track, and record youth behavior to assist in developing and monitoring individualized interventions.
• Utilize Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies to reinforce positive behaviors.
• Assist in managing behavioral challenges, including conflict resolution and crisis intervention.
• Provide clear expectations, values clarification, and consistent consequences for behavior.
• Maintain open communication with the Site Facilitator and report on student progress and concerns.
• Monitor youth for emotional and physical changes and report observations appropriately.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
• Attend and actively participate in mandatory training and site/program meetings.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive environment that reflects the mission and values of the program.
• Always serve as a positive role model and ambassador for the organization.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, organizational policies, and youth protection protocols.

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate’s degree (AA), 48 college semester units, or successful completion of the Program Leader Equivalency Exam preferred.
• Experience working with youth ages 6–18 in educational, recreational, or behavioral support settings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate, supervise, and engage youth in structured environments.
• Experience in behavior management and youth development strategies.
• CPR and First Aid certification (required prior to hire).
• TB clearance (required prior to hire).
• Must pass all background checks and drug screening.
• Mandated Reporter and Sexual Harassment Prevention Training provided upon hire.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus but not required.