Behavior Support Supervisor (Victory Learning Center at Marian)

OLV Human Services•Lackawanna, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Victory Learning Center Program is expanding, and new classrooms will be opening! Be a part of our growth—join our team and help us make a difference! 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 three separate sites conveniently located in Lackawanna, NY, with a fourth site opening! 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: Minimum Experience Required: 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

Preferred is a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, School Psychology or Mental Health Counseling

Responsibilities

Lead and support the Behavior Support Technicians with collecting, organizing and maintaining data.
Supervisor Behavior Support Technicians and other direct classroom support staff.
Oversee the development and implementation of the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan (CBMP).
Maintain data for the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan.
Train classroom teams on the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan and other necessary tier one interventions.
Collaborate with the Behavior Support Consultant on student needs.
Provide crisis intervention for students.
Leads necessary training approaches and best-practice behavior methods for all staff.
Assist with the completion of reports as necessary.
Create an environment that is comfortable for being open and honest about views, feelings, and opinions.
Motivate and encourage during new challenges, changes, or difficulties.
Ability to objectively assess situations and interactions, and offer suggestions for growth and ongoing feedback.
Conduct all duties, responsibilities, and daily activities in accordance with current best practice and ethical guidelines requirements.
Any other duty as requested by your Supervisor.