Behavior Support Worker at Gateway-Longview, Inc.

Williamsville, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

18.15

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Multi-tasking, Detail Oriented, Independent Work, Team Player, Client Interaction, Staff Interaction, Family Interaction, Community Contact, Physical Restraint

Industry

Description

Job Title: Behavior Support Worker Location: Lynde School K-12 ***HIRING EVENT on March 10th & March 11th from 3p-7*** Walk-Ins welcome. You can apply and/or interview on site. 6350 Main Street, Williamsville 14221 Questions? Email, call or text Abby at: aclark@newviewalliance.org or 716-327-8067 Position Summary: Assist the education and treatment teams in management of student behavior. Department Description: Gateway Longview’s Educational Services supports Pre-K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges. The goal of the program is to support the needs of individual students as they integrate back to traditional classrooms, or, to support their goal of graduation. Gateway-Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Agency Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. Compensation $18.15 per hour Hours/Schedule Full-Time, normal school hours Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities: * Assure effective and consistent supervision of Crisis Counseling Rooms and In-School Suspension areas. * Contribute to the effective team management of behavior of program students, and to the implementation of Individual Education Plans. Assure that methods of intervention with students are employed in a therapeutic manner, are responsive to individual student needs, and are consistent with agency policy and each student's Individual Education/Treatment Plan. Assure that necessary information regarding student progress is communicated to involved staff in a timely manner. * Support and enhance classroom functioning by providing individualized attention as needed, and by performing other duties (such as: organizing and supervising special activities, providing transportation of students as needed, assisting in outreach to parents) as assigned. * Maintain thorough and timely documentation of significant incidents. Maintain daily log of utilization of Crisis Counseling Rooms, In-School Suspension; compile monthly summaries of same. * Ensure that support staff function effectively individually and as a unit by actively contributing to the process of selection, training and development of Teacher Aide, Substitute Teacher Aides and Substitute Teacher. * Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Must have excellent communication skills * Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented * Ability to work independently and be an enthusiastic team player * Ability to work effectively with clients, staff, families, and community contacts * Ability to physically restrain youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training Qualifications * High School Diploma and pertinent experience and/or training. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.

Responsibilities

The role involves assisting education and treatment teams in managing student behavior, ensuring effective supervision of Crisis Counseling Rooms and In-School Suspension areas. Responsibilities also include contributing to team management of behavior, implementing Individual Education Plans, and maintaining thorough documentation of incidents and room utilization.