DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Under the direction of the Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, provides individualized one-on-one behavioral support by matching the intervention to the unique needs of each child.
· Addresses unsafe behaviors through the utilization of the Teaching Pyramid, Handle With Care, or other supportive non-physical strategies.
· Assist in the implementation of the students Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), and/or their mental health consultation plan.
· Actively participate and collaborate in all assigned meetings.
· Assist the teacher in establishing and maintaining a clean, safe, and cooperative classroom and learning environment.
· Coach teachers and parents by modeling strategies and providing education on
effective methods to support the child’s prosocial behavior and development.
· Accompany and supervise the student on community based instructional outings or field trips; reinforces positive behavior in public settings; assist the student in learning life skills such as crossing streets safely, riding buses, etc.
· Confer, on a regular basis, with teachers regarding planning and scheduling activities, progress in instructional goals and objectives, pertinent health or behavior concerns and overall child progress.
· Provide center team, EHSS Manager, and the Mental Health Clinical Supervisor with information on student progress through observation, daily contact, and maintenance of accurate student progress records/logs.
· Assist students in becoming self-reliant; foster student independence in classroom and learning environments.
· Assist children with toileting and at mealtimes according to their individual needs.
· Assist with lifting a student in and out of wheelchairs, braces, and other orthopedic equipment; assist in physically transferringa student to and from their wheelchairs for busing, school, and/or community activities.
· Guide students and/or provide appropriate modeling in a variety of areas to support safe and full participation in class activities.
· Maintain confidentiality of child records and classroom information in accordance with licensing requirements and agency policies.
· Participate in weekly case supervision with Mental Health Clinical Supervisor.
· Conduct home visits in partnership with other team members, when requested by the families.
· Attend training, in-service, and staff meetings as required, which may occur offsite and beyond the normal workday or work week.
· Other duties as assigned by the Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, Educational Health and Supportive Services Director, Program Director, or Chief Executive Officer.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
· Ensure the health and welfare of children and staff is always maintained.
· Mandated to report suspected child abuse.
· Report safety hazards and injuries immediately to ensure the proper paperwork is completed in a timely manner.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
· Passion to work with neurodivergent and differently abled children.
· Demonstrate effective knowledge of child development and behavior.
· Extensive understanding of the unique needs of exceptional children.
· Skilled in teaching and providing behavioral intervention techniques and strategies.
· Ability to work independently under general supervision.
· Ability to learn the methods and procedures that must be followed in assigned classroom/program.
· Ability to build rapport and maintain appropriate boundaries with children, families, and staff.
· Understand and successfully follow oral and written instructions.
· Understand the needs of assigned children and effectively relate to these needs in a learning situation.
· Effectively support assigned children in a variety of situations, maintaining emotional control under difficult and emergency situations.
· Maintain a variety of records related to the activities and operations of assigned classroom/program in a confidential manner where appropriate.
· Exercise tact, diplomacy, and good judgment in working with students with severe medical disabilities.
· Maintain confidentiality of records or discussions.
· Effective record-keeping practices and procedures.
· Assist teachers and administrators in assisting with unsafe behavior.
· Organized, creative, independent, self-motivated, enthusiastic, dependable, detail-oriented, flexible in scheduling based and prioritization, and driven by excellence.
· Must possess exceptional communication skills to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form, including accurate grammar and business correspondence knowledge.
· Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective business relationships; demonstrated ability to communicate in situations requiring tact and poise; skilled in confidentiality and discretion.
· Knowledge of office administration including efficient filing systems, office machines and equipment, and computer software such as Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook (email & calendar)
· Must present a neat, professional appearance.
· Ability to adjust tasks and focus with composure, and in accordance with changing deadlines and priorities.
· Belief in working as a professional, cohesive team member.
· Respect diversity and embrace working with multi-cultural communities.
· Ability to define and solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· BA/BS in Child Development, Education, Psychology, and/or related field is preferred. Years of experience can be counted in lieu of a formal degree.
· 2 years previous experience working with children in mental health, applied behavioral analysis (ABA), or childcare setting.
· Must be in good health as verified by a current health screening, including a test for Tuberculosis performed under the supervision of a physician not more than 60 days prior to employment.
· Proof of up-to-date immunization records to include but not limited to Measles, Pertussis, Tuberculosis (every 4 years), and Influenza (annually).
· Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, criminal record, FBI and DOJ clearance and child abuse index check prior to employment.
· Must possess California Driver’s License and meet minimum insurance requirements for personal vehicles and have a driving record which meets the standards set forth in Administrative Regulation 4532 and 4533. If current auto insurance has a “Business Use Exclusion” it will need to be removed from your policy.
· Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificate from an approved vendor required.
· Completion of Mandated Reporter Training as per Assembly Bill 1207. Must be completed every 2 years.
· Bilingual/Biliterate a plus.
Pay: $36.00 - $40.68 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you speak any languages outside of English?
- Do you have experience providing 1 on 1 support preschool-aged children (2-5) in an inclusive classroom setting?
- Do you have ABA experience or are you a RBT?
- How many years of experience do you have working with children with IEPs and/or IFSPs, including following individualized support strategies and goals?
- Are you comfortable supporting children who may display aggressive behaviors while using safe, calm, and supportive behavior strategies?
- Are you willing and able to travel between different centers to support children of varying abilities?
- How many years of experience do you have modeling and training teachers and families on the supportive techniques that work best for the child?
Education:
Work Location: In person
