Behavioral Support Specialist

4 days ago


Wappingers Falls, New York, United States Abilities First Full time
Job Title: Behavior Support Specialist

Abilities First is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Support Specialist to join our pre-school program in Wappingers Falls, NY.

Job Summary:

The Behavior Support Specialist will provide behavioral support for students in the classroom, promoting student independence through age-appropriate and functional means.

Responsibilities:
  • Collect data as part of a functional behavior analysis.
  • Monitor behavior and implement strategies and interventions accordingly.
  • Collaborate with the classroom teacher on the use of positive reinforcements.
  • Manage challenging behaviors of students in the classroom using research-based practices.
  • Follow the classroom schedule to ensure individual student IEP behavioral goals are achieved.
  • Assist in the classroom with individual and group activities.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings and job skill training.
  • Attend therapy sessions with students to assist with behavior management and carryover in the classroom.
  • Assist in the organization and arrangement of the classroom as part of student therapeutic behavior plans.
  • Escort and assist students with mobility and orientation.
  • Attend all specials with students.
  • Provide opportunities for students' increased independence in self-dressing and undressing.
  • Perform other job-related activities as requested by your supervisor or as circumstances warrant.
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • A combination of education and experience meeting the needs of the school program.
  • Ability to push and pull students in wheelchairs, lift, bend, squat, turn in the knees, pivot, and grasp with both hands.
  • Valid NYS driver's license deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier.
Benefits:
  • Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off.
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support.
  • On-Demand Payment.
  • Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.

Abilities First is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.



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