Crisis Responder at Solterra Academy

New Britain, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

30 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, TCI, Behavior Intervention Plans, BIP, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, PBIS, De-escalation, Crisis management, Behavioral incident reporting, Data tracking, Cultural sensitivity, Student transportation, Emotional support, Conflict resolution

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description Solterra Academy provides comprehensive special education for students aged 5 to 22 requiring intensive intervention due to severe emotional, behavioral, cognitive, developmental, and/or learning challenges. We believe in fostering an environment that is supportive, developmentally appropriate, and tailored to specific individual needs. Our dedication lies in the cooperative, self-motivated, adjusted, and academically accomplished development of each child. Crisis Responders support students in emotional and behavioral crises using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) skills to de-escalate situations in a developmentally appropriate manner. They provide individualized attention, support, and monitoring, collaborating with each student’s primary team to implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aimed at helping students develop social problem-solving, stress management, and anger control skills. Crisis Responders play a vital role in maintaining a safe and structured school environment by utilizing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and TCI strategies. Position Type: Full-Time Hourly position plus summer school requirement Starting Hourly Rate: $22.00 Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (In-Person) Summer Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (In-Person) Please note: This position requires a year-round commitment, including both the regular school year and our summer session. We do not offer summer-only employment. Requirements : Respond promptly to staff requests for assistance in de-escalating students in crisis using TCI techniques. Proactively support students to minimize the likelihood of a behavioral crisis. Behavior Management: Implement PBIS strategies consistently and effectively. Utilize TCI techniques to support students emotionally and behaviorally. Follow each student’s Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) throughout the school day. Establish and maintain appropriate personal boundaries and set limits with students. Exhibit cultural sensitivity and understanding in all interactions with students and families. Use a therapeutic tone and demonstrate patience during daily interactions with students. Data Tracking: Record student performance data as directed by teachers and primary team members. Complete Behavioral Incident Reports (BIRs) and Restraint/Seclusion documentation in a timely manner. Transportation: Assist with student transportation to field trips, job sites, and emergency transport home when necessary. Requirements: Minimum of 6 months experience using TCI techniques in a therapeutic setting. At least 6 months experience working with children and adolescents who have emotional or behavioral challenges. Must be physically capable of demonstrating and implementing TCI-approved emergency restraint techniques. Valid driver’s license, with the ability to obtain any additional licenses required to transport students. Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which include drug testing based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.

Responsibilities

Crisis Responders support students in emotional and behavioral crises by utilizing TCI and PBIS strategies to de-escalate situations. They also collaborate with primary teams to implement Behavior Intervention Plans and maintain accurate documentation of student performance and incidents.