Behavioral Interventionist - AMIkids - Tampa

AMIkids Careers•Thonotosassa, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

AMIkids has served over 150,000 kids and their families since 1969. Being part of the AMIkids team means that you are helping youth to realize their full potential and become a valuable part of their community. AMIkids is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping youth develop into responsible and productive citizens.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED
Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
Prefer a minimum one-year related experience within an educational or youth service program
working with troubled youth desirable

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and supervision of all youth in accordance with all operational and contractual requirements
Supervise youth in accordance with operational policies and procedures to ensure the safety and security of youth and staff; perform all duties in compliance with all terms and conditions of contractual agreements
Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth in the program
Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods
Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to youth
Coach and advise youth helping them to grow and develop in the areas of personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills, interpersonal communications and behavior
May provide one-on-one tutoring and computer lab assistance as needed
Notify management immediately of problems and/or incidents
Communicate necessary information to appropriate team members and supervisors
Complete incident, accident and behavioral reports according to standard operating procedures
Document and review required notes in applicable Logs
Ensure facility, equipment and supplies are compliant with all laws, regulations and policies
Teach youth how to maintain all equipment within compliance standards
Maintain the repair and maintenance log and inventory of related equipment
Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with the national standards
May be required to supervise in day and/or overnight trips, special activities that involve recreational sports, and may require extended 16-hour workdays/24 hour on-call status
Drive program’s vehicles as required in accordance with AMIkids transportation guidelines
Transport youth and may drive for other work-related tasks
Position requires driving on a regular basis
Attend all required training/professional development events and maintain all appropriate certifications and licenses
Be able to complete trainings outside the program as needed (travel required)
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned