Campus Crisis Support Staff

Andrus Childrens Center • Yonkers, NY

3d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Campus Crisis Support Staff maintain a safe, predictable, and therapeutic environment for children enrolled in Andrus’s day and residential programs. They provide close supervision, instruction, counseling, and proactive support during program activities; assist children with transitions; intervene in conflicts; and respond to crises. The AOD and/or Captain of Campus Crisis Support assigns posts and daily duties according to evolving campus needs.

The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The role requires participation in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, which includes written and verbal testing and evaluation of proper physical restraint. Physical requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• High school diploma at minimum.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• High emotional intelligence.
• Ability to self-regulate.
• Experience managing children experiencing emotional dysregulation.
• Driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability to access and use the ADP app on a smartphone or other device.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs, kneel, and lift up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must participate in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, including written and verbal tests and evaluation of proper physical restraint.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to crises in a timely manner.
• Remain flexible, supportive, and accommodating during crises and unplanned situations.
• Know and comply with agency standards regarding Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and restraints.
• Provide children with appropriate supervision at all times.
• Follow school and residential programming plans and routines.
• Remain positively engaged with children throughout the day.
• Participate in team discussions and follow through on safety plans, BIPS, and related plans.
• Complete required paperwork clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Participate in training opportunities and supervisory discussions.
• Attend required meetings and trainings.
• Honor Sanctuary Commitments and use Sanctuary Tools in day-to-day activities.
• Avoid power struggles with children and provide continuous support and encouragement.
• Complete critical incident reports as appropriate.
• Treat children, families, and coworkers with respect and courtesy.
• Support the organization’s strategic plan and adhere to its core values and commitments.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including four weeks of vacation, floating holidays, holidays, personal time, and sick time.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision benefits.
• 401(k) employer contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED