What are the responsibilities and job description for the Calming Room Coordinator position at Completely KIDS?
General Summary: Overall responsibility for the Calming Room (or Mindful Moment Room) where students come to take a break from program and receive individual or small group assistance with self-regulation.
Calming Room
Work with individual and small groups of children on mindfulness practices including meditation, deep breathing, and yoga.
De-escalate children through discussion of feelings and emotions
Create a calm atmosphere where children are able to decompress and discover ways to self-regulate
Cater mindfulness interventions to the needs of each child.
Communicate with staff on effective ways to work with specific children.
Build relationships with children to gain an understanding of their unique needs.
Administration/Record Keeping
Maintain data accuracy including data maintenance and entry into appropriate databases in accordance with agency standards.
Conduct necessary evaluations as directed.
Keep all client names and information and other agency business confidential.
Attend and participate in agency and community training opportunities and meetings as requested.
Understand and follow Completely KIDS’ policies and procedures at all times.
Follow up on all written and verbal communications within 24 hours.
Maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times.
Work Experience
2-3 years of direct service experience working with at-risk youth and families preferred
Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and insurance that meets agency requirements
Active involvement in community organizations or coalitions preferred
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required
Related Duties as Assigned
This job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Therefore, job incumbents may be asked to person other duties as required.
This job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Therefore, job incumbents may be asked to person other duties as required.
* Regular attendance/punctuality is an ongoing essential job function
Direct Supervision
Meet with supervisor as required
Meet with supervisor as required
Continue personal and professional growth and development through reading, research, workshops, seminars and other strategies which will broaden knowledge on approaches and techniques
Working Conditions
Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Work is generally performed within a school and/or office environment. Position requires flexibility with work hours to accommodate program sites (so schedule is typically 15-18 hours per week, with some additional evening and weekend work as required).
Knowledge, Skills, Aand Abilities
Mastery of evidence-based mindfulness practices
Pertinent certification and licensing preferred
Ability to communicate well with a variety of people including excellent written and interpersonal skills necessary for achieving goals and resolving conflicts Good judgment and problem-solving skills
Assertive
Sensitive towards student/family issues
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to set and meet goals and objectives.
Demonstrated problem solving skills and self-starting skills.
Mastery of evidence-based mindfulness practices
Pertinent certification and licensing preferred
Ability to communicate well with a variety of people including excellent written and interpersonal skills necessary for achieving goals and resolving conflicts Good judgment and problem-solving skills
Assertive
Sensitive towards student/family issues
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to set and meet goals and objectives.
Demonstrated problem solving skills and self-starting skills.
Hours: 3:30-6:30
