Student Services Coordinator - SAIL Program at Mahoning Valley Academy

Behavioral Health Associates • Lehighton, PA

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About The Position

Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization that combines academic learning with behavior support services for students diagnosed with emotional or behavioral disorders. The Student Services Coordinator (SSC) for the SAIL Program at Mahoning Valley Academy is responsible for coordinating and facilitating Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, composing IEPs, and ensuring IEP requirements are followed in classroom environments. The role oversees academic strategies, interventions, and student progress according to the school schedule.

The SSC must be flexible and willing to cover for absent staff, complete administrative tasks, and provide therapeutic interventions. The position works with staff, students, families, school districts, and outside agencies to support student needs, maintain records, coordinate testing, and contribute to a safe, nurturing learning environment.

This is a full-time, academic-year position of 10 months or 190 days, with school hours approximately Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position is paid year-round.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or another human-development-related field.
• Pennsylvania Special Education Teaching Certification.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff and the leadership team while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Ability to represent and promote BHA services positively to outside organizations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, including regarding program development, staffing, and billing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy with Microsoft/Office 365, including Word, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Ability to use technology effectively for communication and reporting needs.

Nice To Haves

• Level II Pennsylvania Special Education Certification.
• Experience with low- and high-incidence disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and work cooperatively with staff, students, parents, district personnel, and agency members to meet student needs.
• Provide the Director with data and ongoing feedback about student progress, behavior, and incidents.
• Create and update IEPs and FBAs for special education students, and schedule annual meetings with parents, districts, and outside agencies.
• Maintain and update student folders and databases during the school year.
• Assist teachers with curriculum planning and instruction based on goals in each student’s IEP/SDI section.
• Assist with nonviolent crisis intervention and provide CPI-certified restraint when necessary.
• Help maintain a safe, nonthreatening, nurturing environment where students feel respected, accepted, and welcomed.
• Establish and follow the behavior management system described in the TALID system, enforcing it daily.
• Provide support to all program staff.
• Oversee diagnostic testing, track results, and communicate results to the Director.
• Oversee PSSA testing.
• Communicate with students, parents, and sending school districts regarding behavioral, educational, or attendance matters as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ academic and behavioral progress, including incident reports when needed.
• Complete clerical duties as needed.
• Coordinate field trips.
• Fill in as needed in each classroom.
• Complete other duties assigned by Administration.

Benefits

• Paid sick and personal leave.
• Time off for all school holidays.
• Paid year-round despite the 10-month academic-year schedule.
• Choice of two medical plans.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Company-paid group life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement plan with company match up to 3% of annual salary.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time