Behavior Support Supervisor (Victory Learning Center)

OLV Human Services•Lackawanna, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Victory Learning Center Program is expanding, and new classrooms will be opening in 2026! Be a part of our growth—join our team and help us make a difference! We are seeking a Behavior Support Supervisor to oversee our team of Behavior Support Technicians, ensuring a safe and effective school setting. Our Victory Learning Center Programs offers specialized educational services for students who are diagnosed with Autism or a Cognitive Disability paired with a mental health diagnosis. There are two separate sites conveniently located in Lackawanna, NY, with a third site opening in September 2026! Our schools service students ages 5-21, who are residentially placed or are referred through their local school district's Committee on Special Education.

Requirements

Functional knowledge of Restorative Practices and the willingness to use RP techniques when managing situations between staff or students.
Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions.
Requires effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with various individuals both internal and external to the program.
Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Ability to prioritize and manage workload and deadlines.
Significant problem solving and diagnostic skills with the ability to quickly analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
High school diploma.
10 plus years in the development/implementation of behavior support plans with individuals who have developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health concerns.
Must demonstrate basic knowledge and competencies in Applied Behavioral Analysis.
At least 3-5 years in the development/implementation of behavioral support plans with individuals who have developmental disabilities and/or mental health concerns using Applied Behavior Analysis methodology.
At least 1-2 years of supervisory experience.
NYS Driver’s License.
Become a trainer in one of the program crisis curriculum (SCIP-R or Ukeru) within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, School Psychology or Mental Health Counseling.

Responsibilities

Hiring, training, and supporting Behavior Support Technicians.
Overseeing the daily routines and program expectations to ensure the safe and high-quality operation of the school while modeling and upholding the agency's values.
Collaborating with other members of the Building Leadership team for daily site supervision.
Interacting with families as needed to promote open and effective communication.
Leading and supporting the Behavior Support Technicians with collecting, organizing and maintaining data.
Supervising Behavior Support Technicians and other direct classroom support staff.
Overseeing the development and implementation of the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan (CBMP).
Maintaining data for the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan.
Training classroom teams on the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan and other necessary tier one interventions.
Providing crisis intervention for students.
Leading necessary training approaches and best-practice behavior methods for all staff.
Assisting with the completion of reports as necessary.
Creating an environment that is comfortable for being open and honest about views, feelings, and opinions.
Motivating and encouraging during new challenges, changes, or difficulties.
Objectively assessing situations and interactions, and offering suggestions for growth and ongoing feedback.
Conducting all duties, responsibilities, and daily activities in accordance with current best practice and ethical guidelines requirements.
Performing any other duty as requested by your Supervisor.

Benefits

Paid School Breaks (approximately 7 weeks!)
Paid Holidays
Additional Paid Time Off (PTO)
Health insurance options
Dental insurance options (free insurance options!)
Vision insurance options
Paid Employer sponsored life insurance
Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance
Up to $600 savings every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too!
OLV Tuition Reimbursement up to $7,200
Qualifying Non-For-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Dental services while working
Outpatient Mental Health services while working
Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement
Employee referral program