<p>DEAN OF STUDENTS-</p> <p>BEHAVIOR HEALTH & WELLNESS COORDINATOR</p> <p>Primary Purpose</p> <p>Under the direct supervision of a School Principal, to assist administrators, teachers, parents and students in resolving student attendance, behavioral and disciplinary problems in a consistent manner.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>Assist teachers, parents and students in resolving non-academic student issues in the school, such as behavioral problems. </li><li>Maintains records of any student disciplinary actions taken in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and District policies. </li><li>Confers with parents, teachers, support services personnel and students on matters of discipline and problem solving. </li><li>Provides mentoring services to students and consultation services to parents. </li><li>Reports to administrators, teachers, school attendance staff, parents, and students relative to issues affecting student performance. </li><li>Recommends appropriate programs for students to assist them with behavioral problems. </li><li>Instructs and advises students regarding their responsibility to adhere to school rules and policies, to foster a safe school environment, and to respect other individuals and property. </li><li>Assists in arranging for appropriate tutorial instruction related to assigned academic work. </li><li>Assists administrators, teachers, and school attendance staff in addressing student attendance problems. </li><li>Assists in the administration of the In-School Suspension Program and co-curricular activities. </li><li>Arranges meetings as directed with students, parents, teachers, and administrators regarding disciplinary problems in school. </li><li>Counsels individual students as needed and makes appropriate referrals for testing, guidance or other services. </li><li>Coordinates with community and government agencies relating to drug and alcohol abuse, truancy, and other conduct. </li><li>Assists in developing policies and practices to assure building security and safety. </li><li>Assists in the preparation of student expulsion hearings. </li></ul> <p>Additional Duties</p> <p>Performs other related tasks as assigned.</p> <p>Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.</p> <p>Equipment</p> <p>Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, and telephone.</p> <p>Travel Requirements</p> <p>Travel to school district buildings as required.</p> <p>Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards</p> <p>Work in standard office and school building environments.</p> <p>Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding student discipline, bullying, sexual harassment, etc. </li><li>Knowledge of student behavior management techniques. </li><li>Knowledge of dispute resolution techniques and ability to engage in dispute resolution. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively verbally an in writing. </li><li>Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications Profile</p> <p>Certification/License:</p> <ul> <li>[State] State Certification as required for position. </li><li>Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation. </li></ul> <p>Education</p> <p>Bachelor's and Masters Degree an accredited college or university.</p> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Successful experience working with children at risk. </li><li>Successful experience developing and implementing professional development programs relating to non-academic student behavioral issues preferred. </li></ul> <p>FLSA Status: Exempt</p>