Behavior Support Specialist

7 days ago

New York, New York, United States YAI Full time
Job Summary

The Paraprofessional - Behavior Support is a critical role at YAI/iHOPE, where we strive to provide comprehensive services for students with complex needs. As a member of our team, you will play a vital part in supporting students with Traumatic Brain Injury, Acquired Brain Injury, and other brain-based disorders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist assigned students in achieving their academic and therapeutic goals, working closely with teachers, therapists, and related service teams.
  • Implement individualized IEPs and behavior plans, ensuring the student's safety and well-being.
  • Provide support for daily therapy and related service sessions, including transferring and positioning students as needed.
  • Assist with self-care activities, such as using the restroom, basic hygiene, and feeding.
  • Follow all policies and procedures related to student care and safety.
  • Ensure students' supplies and personal items are kept neat and clean throughout the day.
  • Meet students' specific management needs, including feeding and maintaining student safety.
  • Perform all related work as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities for Students with Complex Behavioral Needs
  • Liaise with the behavior department to support creation and implementation of behavior plans.
  • Collect and record data to ensure fidelity of behavior plans.
  • Attend and participate in behavior-specific trainings and meetings as determined by supervisors and Behavior Specialists.
  • Respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of students, self, and others.
Requirements
  • High school Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
  • Associates Degree or coursework in education preferred.
  • One to three years of relevant healthcare, childcare, and/or other school-based experience preferred.
  • First Aid CPR AED preferred.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Must be well-organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Able to work with a great degree of independence and focus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs.
Benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Medical and dental insurance (with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision).
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • 403(b) retirement with employer match.
  • Life insurance and long-term disability.
  • Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more.
Compensation Range
  • $18.31 to $21.41 per hour.

YAI/iHOPE has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy for its staff. If hired, you will be required to obtain a COVID-19 vaccine pursuant to this policy from a provider of your choice, unless you are granted a reasonable accommodation based upon disability or religion pursuant to federal, state, or local law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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