Behavioral Support Assistant

People's Arc of Suffolk•Bohemia, NY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

People's Arc of Suffolk's mission is to provide dynamic, innovative and integrated services where children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities discover and define their own quality of life and are thriving to their fullest potential, joined by their families, circles of support and our person-centered organization. At People's Arc of Suffolk’s Saul and Elaine Seiff Educare Center, we understand the importance of the early years in a child’s learning and development. Our model consists of a continuum of services throughout the child’s adolescence, and prepares students for further education, future employment and a life of self-sufficiency. The Behavioral Support Assistant, with the clinical support of the Behavior Intervention Specialist, is responsible for the daily supports and implementation of behavioral strategies in a child’s plan to assist them. Additionally, will assist in classroom tasks as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1+ years working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Ability to work in various classrooms throughout the day as needed and instructed.
Must be able to complete and pass CPR/FA and SCIP training
Must understand the sensitive nature of confidential information

Responsibilities

Provides behavioral support to child in compliance with their support plan
Attends meetings with child and support staff
Maintains program setting in a neat, organized manner; adheres to safety standards.
Notifies BIS and supervisor of any changes in the health condition of a child or any other pertinent information.
Submits written reports on significant events which have occurred at school.
Participated in arrival and dismissal as needed
Assists with toileting and personal hygiene, utilizing lifts when needed
Prepares all required paperwork and computer data entry in a comprehensive manner.