Intervention Specialist

Merakey • Mount Pleasant, PA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking an Intervention Specialist to provide behavioral modification support in a classroom in a school setting in Mt Pleasant, PA. The role includes creating and implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans, collecting data, reporting progress, and using classroom behavior modification techniques. The specialist may work one-on-one with students or with groups.

The position requires passing and implementing Safety-Care training as needed. This includes recognizing antecedent behavior, using de-escalation techniques, applying physical techniques when warranted to protect the student and others nearby, and documenting interventions properly. The specialist also provides verbal processing of events and other therapeutic services as needed, follows clinical guidance from a certified clinician, and co-facilitates group sessions with a certified clinician. When a certified clinician is unavailable, the specialist may facilitate group sessions independently. Other related duties may be assigned.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pay is stated as up to $20.95.

Requirements

• Able to pass and implement Safety-Care training as needed.
• One of the following qualification pathways: a bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of relative work experience; an associate degree in a related field and two years of relative work experience; or Registered Behavior Technician status and four years of relative work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral modification support in the classroom.
• Create and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Collect data and report progress.
• Use classroom behavior modification techniques.
• Work one-on-one with students or with groups in a school setting.
• Recognize antecedent behavior and use de-escalation techniques as needed.
• Apply physical techniques when warranted for the safety of the student and others nearby, and document interventions properly.
• Provide verbal processing of events and other therapeutic services as needed.
• Follow clinical guidance from a certified clinician.
• Co-facilitate group sessions with a certified clinician.
• Facilitate group sessions independently when a certified clinician is unavailable.
• Perform other related duties when required or assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree