Job Details

Are you passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and engaging school environments where every student can thrive?

ABOUT THE ROLE

Seneca's School Partnership Programs are hiring for a School Culture and Climate Specialist (also known as an Unconditional Education (UE) Coach) to support grades TK-6th to success at Nystrom Elementary in Richmond, CA. Through implementation of the Unconditional Education (UE) Model, Seneca's UE Coaches empower schools with the skills and resources to implement a multi-tiered system of support. As a School Culture and Climate Specialist, you'll lead a diverse team in assessing and addressing the culture and climate needs of the school, devising an annual implementation plan and undergo specialized training to lead a team and implement School-Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS). Your role extends to facilitating ongoing evaluation and improvement initiatives while overseeing the Coordination of Services Team (COST) and providing professional development and training to school staff and caregivers, supporting the development of trauma-informed and healing-centered practices.

ABOUT THE UE WEST COAST CONNECTIONS

Seneca's Unconditional Education West Coast Connections Program partners with 10 schools across the West Contra Costa Unified School District, Martinez Unified School District, and Charter Organizations in Contra Costa County to provide students and families with services based on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. Our staff implement strategies that range from creating, implementing and monitoring Trauma Informed school wide systems that benefit all students, to individualized therapy and targeted behavioral supports for students with the highest levels of need. Learn more about Seneca's School Partnership Programs and Unconditional Education model here.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area's Top Workplaces for nearly a decade. We're committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff, and our programs actively engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

• Lead a culture and climate team to evaluate the school's overall environment and tiered intervention practices, incorporating community input to develop a targeted annual improvement plan
• Lead the implementation of School-Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS) and Trauma-Informed Practices
• Lead or co-lead a transdisciplinary Coordination of Services Team (COST) to enhance collaboration among school staff and service providers, ensuring a data-driven approach to identifying student needs, coordinating interventions, and monitoring progress for improved student outcomes
• Provide school-wide professional development and individualized staff coaching to equip educators with the skills to support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
• Facilitate evaluation and program improvement assessment activities onsite
• Serve as on-site manager for Seneca team members if applicable
• Plan, lead and coach student group activities social skills groups
• Complete required data collection and service documentation to measure the effectiveness of services, inform team decision making, and/or engage in service billing
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training
• This may include intervening with the students' behavioral program through physical management

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Education/Experience requirements:
• Master's degree in education, psychology, counseling, social work, a related field, OR
• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of applicable experience working full-time in schools is required
• Demonstrated record of effectively leading other adults in creating change
• Reliable transportation to and from the school site and other occasional meeting locations
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

PREFERRED

• Bilingual preferred! - $6,360 salary increase for qualified individuals

Schedule

• School-based schedule:
  • Monday to Friday: 8 AM- 4 PM (ability to work occasional flexible schedule when the school needs vary)
• 5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break days

Benefits

• Starting at $87,855 -$101,855 per year
• Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications
• Salary increases each year
• $2000 sign-on bonus for new Seneca employees!
• Additional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
• Comprehensive employee benefits package:
• Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
• Short and long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
• Partially paid premiums for dependents
• 403b retirement plan
• Employer-Paid Assistance Plan
• 5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break days
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Abundant promotional opportunities across California and Washington
• Specialized training and development opportunities

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