Behavior Support

Program/Department Responsibility:

• Develops and creates individual support plans that recognize the uniqueness and interest of the child and works with the team at the site to ensure supports are in place.
• Coordinate the actions or tasks identified in the Support Plan.
• Act as a liaison to family and/or support systems. Facilitate ongoing communication with families to provide updates and to problem solve any challenges.
• Works with families and the community school to assist the child in receiving the necessary screenings if needed
• Provides direct support and guidance to staff in meeting the needs of the child; intervene when appropriate to prevent or resolve problems
• Provide on-going guidance to front line staff on how to: minimize common behavior problems and how to work with children who display a diverse array of emotional and behavioral challenges
• Create a culture of positive support and behavior management.

Education/Experience/Physical Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Education, Child Development, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, Psychology, Child Psychology, Human Services or a related field is preferred; or working toward such a degree.
• An understanding of positive behavioral approaches and Positive Youth Development.
• Minimum of Two years related work experience. Some camp experience is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills and demonstrates professionalism with staff, parents and participants
• Experience working with at-risk populations is helpful
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, Power Point
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend and walk during the work day

Program/Department Responsibility:

• Develops and creates individual support plans that recognize the uniqueness and interest of the child and works with the team at the site to ensure supports are in place.
• Coordinate the actions or tasks identified in the Support Plan.
• Act as a liaison to family and/or support systems. Facilitate ongoing communication with families to provide updates and to problem solve any challenges.
• Works with families and the community school to assist the child in receiving the necessary screenings if needed
• Provides direct support and guidance to staff in meeting the needs of the child; intervene when appropriate to prevent or resolve problems
• Provide on-going guidance to front line staff on how to: minimize common behavior problems and how to work with children who display a diverse array of emotional and behavioral challenges
• Create a culture of positive support and behavior management.

Education/Experience/Physical Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Education, Child Development, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, Psychology, Child Psychology, Human Services or a related field is preferred; or working toward such a degree.
• An understanding of positive behavioral approaches and Positive Youth Development.
• Minimum of Two years related work experience. Some camp experience is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills and demonstrates professionalism with staff, parents and participants
• Experience working with at-risk populations is helpful
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, Power Point
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend and walk during the work day