What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Interventionist - Indoor, Outdoor & Adventure Learning BI position at Laraway Youth & Family Services?
Why Laraway Youth & Family Services?
- You appreciate support, acknowledgement, and collaboration
- You want & need excellent benefits for your self and family
- You want to grow your career - education, human services, psychology, etc.
- You love nature & adventure learning
- You enjoy creativity in your approach to teaching
- You want to support students & make a difference
If you'd like more detail about the position, you can read on or just apply!
Job Summary:
Our agency is currently seeking individuals to fill Behavior Interventionist roles at the Laraway School in Johnson, VT in order to serve more students on our wait list.
The Behavioral Interventionist will carry dual responsibilities depending on the needs of the students and the class. The regulations supporting our 1:1 allow for concurrent education and treatment. With supervision and support from the clinical, special education and behavioral leadership staff, the Interventionist will provide therapeutic intervention and academic supports to students in both a one-to-one setting and group milieu.
Accompany our students on adventures such as skiing, hiking, biking, gardening, bowling, and so much more!
Requirements:
- Positive approach to problem solving
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred; coursework and relevant experience with a strong staff development plan may be considered.
- Successfully clearing (and maintaining clearance) Criminal Background Check
- Valid driver’s license, excellent driving record, and daily access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle.
- Ability to pass and maintain: First Aid & CPR, Handle with Care 1 & 2, Medication Protocols, UEMR documentation
- Maintain confidentiality requirements of HIPAA & FERPA
- Professionalism and positive youth role model
Work/Physical Requirements:
- Given the at-risk population served, the position requires ongoing training and preparedness in the execution of physical restraint techniques. This may require running to catch a child. The “Handle with Care” training program used articulates that individuals with back and neck limitations are likely to be hampered in the execution of the protocols and greatly increases risk of harm to self or student.
- Ability to engage youth in a variety of activities ranging from art, music, cooking and physical activities such hiking and other outdoor sports.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
***** Note: The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Laraway Youth & Family services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and remains focused on providing a safe and welcoming environment for its staff and consumers.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 21 years old?
- What interests you most about this position?
- Do you have regular access to a safe, registered, insured, and inspected vehicle?
- Approximately how many hours are you available to work? Do you have a preferred schedule?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License with an excellent driving record? (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23
