Support Captain at Astor Services

Village of Rhinebeck, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

63700.0

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Prevention, Crisis Management, Classroom Management, Student Supervision, Behavioral Health Support, Emergency Preparedness, Family Engagement, Data Collection, TCI Procedures, CPR, First Aid, Leadership, Collaboration, Case Documentation, Student Referrals, Lesson Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description If you're passionate about working with children and making a difference in their lives, we want to hear from you! The Astor Learning Center (ALC) is hiring a Support Captain to join our supportive and collaborative team. We're searching for passionate, energetic individuals to join our team. Think of it as your chance to make a real impact, shaping young minds and making a tangible difference every single day. The Support Captain is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day response and management of crisis prevention and management in conjunction with the principal. This position is a non-union, leadership position. Why You Will Love This Job: Make a Real Difference: You'll be the backbone of our classrooms, helping students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Prepare for heartwarming moments and genuine connections. Dynamic Environment: No two days are the same! You'll be involved in everything from creative lesson support to fostering a safe and engaging learning space. Grow Your Skills: We're committed to your professional development! We'll support you in obtaining your NYS TA Certification, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), CPR, and First Aid certifications. Become a Part of the Team: You'll collaborate with dedicated teachers, support staff and behavioral health specialists, creating a supportive and inspiring team environment. Job Responsibilities: Obtain and maintain program required qualifications and credentials (TCI, CPR, First Aid certifications, etc.). Must follow safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment. Must be able to maintain the safety of all students by responding promptly and effectively to potentially dangerous situations including physical capability to initiate or assist in all components of TCI procedures of the agency, where applicable. Must be physically capable at all times of assisting occupants in the orderly evacuation of the site, by both primary and secondary means. This may include the passing of a child, up to 40lbs. in weight, out through a window and/or the carrying of a child down a staircase. Assists Principal in reviewing student referrals to provide feedback and classroom planning. Implements and Updates Individual Crisis Support Plans in conjunction with Principal, counselors and teaching teams. Sets clear expectations for students and supports them in meeting expectations. Has knowledge and understanding of all emergency preparedness drills, procedures, and can appropriately respond to emergencies of any kind. Provides coverage, as assigned, to ensure the smooth operation of the program. Encourages and participates in best practices around family engagement. Completes all required paperwork and reports for behaviors and crises in the school program. Enters into the milieu dashboard all collected data from classrooms. Assists with documenting transitions during the school day; ex. busing and lunch. Participates in professional development opportunities. Provides support and guidance to classroom teaching teams around classroom management, Achieves proficiency in fostering developmentally appropriate relationships with students and colleagues. Willingness to adapt to new technology and procedures when new processes are rolled out and introduced to the agency. What we provide: Offers four personal days. Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff. Enjoy time off per the School Calendar. Sick time is provided. Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance. Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution. Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need. Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment. Room for growth and advancement within the organization. Join Astor Services – Apply Now! Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team. Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive. Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories! Requirements You must have: · Bachelor's degree in related field; Teaching, Psychology, Criminal Justice · Field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day crisis prevention and management in collaboration with the principal to maintain a safe learning environment. Provide guidance to teaching teams on classroom management and implement individual crisis support plans for students.