Residential Shift Leader
About The Position
Shrub Oak International School (SOIS) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education. As a school, SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. We are a residential boarding school located on a scenic 127-acre campus which includes multiple buildings and a working farm for student programming. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces. SOIS is a community of dedicated professionals that work together to find meaning with and for our students. We strive to make every day memorable in positive ways, and to manage students’ difficulties as a team. We are accountable, timely, and show up whenever needed to support our students and each other. We are guided day-to-day by our four core principles. We Care We are Innovative We are Collaborative We are Resourceful
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years in high-demand/high-volume customer service or human services position is required
- Experience in crisis management, de-escalation, and customer service required
- Experience working with neurodiverse children, adolescents, or young adults in a residential and/or education setting required
- You must be able to ambulate around the campus, including hills, stairs, grass and gravel.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred
- EMT/EMS, CAN/HHA/PCA experience preferred.
- Previous experience as a shift leader or in a related leadership position is preferred
- Experience assisting in with and/or providing hygiene and personal care activities is preferred
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily care for residential students by overseeing Residential staff.
- Assign staff for programming and activities based on student needs outlined in ITEPs and other plans.
- Mentor and guide Residential staff by supporting professional growth and development; orient and train new staff to foster competence and confidence.
- Enforce policies and procedures to promote an inclusive and respectful community; report emergencies promptly according to policies.
- Build and maintain respectful, trusting relationships with students, addressing their unique needs and goals.
- Mentor students on life skills, collaborating with staff and clinicians as needed ensuring it supports the students ITEPs and development goals while documenting progress.
- Ensure students adhere to daily schedules and activities
Benefits
- Reduced Cost Meals every shift on site
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, supplemental and pet insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Generous Paid time off (PTO)
- 401k w/company match
- Tuition/Professional development assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
