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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Student Behavioral Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Behavioral Assistant, you need a background in behavioral intervention techniques, knowledge of special education practices, and typically a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with behavior management systems, data collection tools, and sometimes crisis intervention training is often required. Patience, strong communication, and empathy are crucial soft skills for building rapport and supporting students effectively. These skills ensure that students receive appropriate behavioral support, fostering a safe and positive learning environment.

What are Student Behavioral Assistants?

Student Behavioral Assistants are educational professionals who support students with behavioral, emotional, or social challenges within a school environment. They work closely with teachers, counselors, and other staff to implement behavior intervention plans, monitor student progress, and help maintain a positive classroom atmosphere. Their responsibilities often include providing one-on-one or small group support, teaching coping strategies, and assisting students in developing social skills. By fostering a supportive environment, they help students succeed academically and personally.

How does a Student Behavioral Assistant typically collaborate with teachers and other school staff to support students?

Student Behavioral Assistants work closely with teachers, counselors, and special education staff to develop and implement behavior intervention plans tailored to individual students. They regularly communicate with classroom teachers to monitor progress, share observations, and adjust strategies as needed. This collaborative approach ensures a consistent and supportive environment for students, helping them succeed both academically and socially. Regular team meetings and open lines of communication are essential for addressing challenges and celebrating student growth.
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Behavior Health Assistant (BHA)

Behavior Health Assistant (BHA)

Granite School District

Magna, UT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Granite School District (Utah) rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

484th of 616 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Paraeducators & Instructional Assistants/Behavior Health Assistant (BHA)
Date Posted:
7/23/2026
Location:
Copper Hills Elementary
Date Available:
08/12/2026
Closing Date:
07/31/2026
Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Amy Neal Principal, at (385)-646- 4794 or email aaneal@graniteschools.org.
Hours per week: 29
Job Title
Behavior Health Assistant (BHA)
Department
College & Career Readiness
Supervisor
Principal
Salary Schedule
Paraeducator (88)
Lane Placement
A
Contract Length
Hourly
FLSA Classification
Non-exempt
Last Review Date
June 2020
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job Summary
Behavior Health Assistants work closely with the Social Worker to identify, track and support students in receiving access to the general curriculum. Attendance and physical presence are required and is an essential function of this position.
Essential Functions
  • Track behaviors of general education students who have been identified by the SST through MTSS.
  • Work with students, identified by the SST, who exhibit significant behavioral and/or emotional problems.
  • Track student contracts for completion, signatures, etc.
  • Work with identified students to promote positive behaviors and help decrease or de-escalate negative behaviors.
  • Collaborate and communicate regularly with teachers, social workers, school psychologists and other support personnel.
  • Check on students in their classrooms or other areas to help them avoid potential problems and reinforce positive behavior.
  • Provide direct behavioral support by prompting, redirecting, encouraging, and reinforcing positive behavior.
  • Provide support for targeted students in transitional or less structured environments (i.e., hallways, lunchroom, assemblies, library, and recess).
  • Assist and support students in crisis.
  • Collect required data and share with the SST as needed.

Non-Essential Functions
  • Other duties as assigned*

Required Knowledge and Skills
  • Basic reading, writing and math skills.
  • Ability to interact positively with students.
  • Ability to assist students in a variety of situations that may arise.

Required Education and Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Required Prior Experience
  • None

Interactions with Others
  • Positive interaction of students, teachers, social workers, psychologists, support personnel and administrators.

Supervisory Responsibility
  • Supervision of students being supported.
  • Supervision of a student in a service location outside the classroom setting for the purpose of de-escalation.

Working Environment
  • Work setting is mainly in the classroom setting.
  • May be asked to work inside and outside the building to accomplish assigned tasks.
  • Working conditions can be in hot and cold weather.
  • May experience stress from disruptive students and/or groups of students.

Physical Requirements - Not limited to the following:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear.
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
  • Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
  • Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time.

Note: The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.

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