Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services, Inc. (Plaza) operates a comprehensive Head Start program serving children from birth to five years of age. Plaza is currently accepting bids for a Behavior Intervention Consultant to support the disabilities and mental health services offered to children and families. Services to be provided from July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. Part-time hours to be negotiated.
Job Description
Scope of Work
• Work closely with teaching staff to implement behavior support systems that are child-focused and family-centered, culturally responsive, community-based and supportive of healthy family functioning and child outcomes.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with children, families, and staff
• Classroom observations and strategy development
• Observe and assess children exhibiting challenging behaviors
• Collaborate and maintain communication with relevant staff
• Conduct interviews with parents and teaching staff to gain holistic understanding with follow-up
• Offer anticipatory guidance and promote healthy development
• Refer families, when appropriate for developmental evaluations and comprehensive mental health assessments
• Apply expertise in behavior analysis, sensory supports, and inclusive practices
• Provide consultation and individualized coaching to support staff in addressing behavioral challenges.
• Provide training in managing challenging behaviors, attachment, and reflective practice
• Case discussions and recommendations for children needing further assessment or referral
• Provide written feedback with techniques and classroom strategies tailored to individual needs and targeted behavior strategies
• Participate in Multidisciplinary Team Meetings
• Perform other related duties in compliance with Plaza’s policies and procedures as agreed
Desired Skills and Experience
Requirements and Specifications
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or equivalent Applied Behavior Analysis certification
• Demonstrated experience working with children with disabilities and behavior challenges
• Clearance from the California Department of Justice, FBI, and Child Abuse Central Index
• Documentation of TB clearance, Tdap, MMR, and Influenza Immunizations (or flu vaccine waiver)
• Verification of Liability Insurance
Proposal Should Include:
• Letter of interest and resume
• Copy of BCBA or relevant certification/license
• Statement of Hourly Rate
• Availability and limitations, if any
Please submit your proposal via email to:
Attention: Jennifer Sims, Executive Assistant jsims@pdlr.org
Deadline: May 16, 2025
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