New York City’s Leading Transdisciplinary℠ Center for Children with Autism
Our collaborative and transdisciplinary℠ applied behavior framework, consists of applied behavior analysis, special education, speech language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, sensory integration, group and social interaction, and family support for children – ages 5 to 21 – with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodiversities.
Our core values guide our day-to-day actions:
A Transdisciplinary℠ Approach
At MBC we know that to extract the most potential out of our students everyone must work to achieve the same goal. This is why our Transdisciplinary℠ model which centers around ongoing and free-flowing communication between the families, teachers, supervisors, and related service providers is so vital.
Responsibility
We feel a strong responsibility and are committed to building a better and more inclusive world for our students, family, and community.
Enhance
We provide evidence-based treatment plans to significantly improve everyone’s quality of life.
Join Our Team
Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic Crisis Intervention Specialist that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.
Why Choose Us?
- MBC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where everyone can be their authentic self, and where authenticity is celebrated
- We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members
- Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children
- We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday
- Strong commitment to growth with 5 professional development days per year
- Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors
- Opportunities for growth across all companies
- Generous benefits that include:
- Paid time off (PTO) in addition to company closures the last week of December and Spring break in April
- 100% employer-sponsored medical insurance for each employee
- Employer retirement plan
- Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Behavioral Center!
Job Details
Job Type
Full Time Crisis Intervention Specialist
Job Hours
Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
Job Location
Manhattan, NY
Job Compensation
$50-$55k per yr based on education, experience, and certifications
Your Impact Here at MBC
- Hands-on crisis support for students and therapists during behavioral episodes to set a tone of stability and control during daily activities.
- Engage and use Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) holds/transport or disengagement tactics for students during behavioral episodes. This may mean physically intervening after being trained thoroughly, to help deescalate children when they become a danger to themselves or others.
- Create an environment that promotes individual success and independence
- Participate in professional development and training in the safe management of students in crisis.
- Maintain a professional and calm demeanor during behavioral episodes.
- Maintain clear and concise communication with the On-Call supervisor and the rest of the supervisory team
- Collaborate with staff working directly with students to produce the best possible outcomes during and after a crisis.
- Act as a liaison between staff, the nurse, case manager, facilities, and administration.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
- 3 Years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum with challenging behaviors.
- High School Diploma; Bachelor’s preferred
- Experience collaborating with others in a professional and respectful environment
- CPI, SCIP or crisis management experience required (will be trained on specific procedures here at MBC as well)
Manhattan Behavioral Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Behavioral Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Behavioral Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in crisis intervention?
- This position will require physical intervention for children ages 5-21. Are you comfortable with this requirement?
- Have you had any SCIP or CPI training? Kindly elaborate.
- If we determine that your resume is a match, how would you prefer us to get in touch with you – via email, text, or both?
Please share your preferred email and/or text contact information. (Please keep in mind that Gmail’s new anti-spam policy might result in our emails being blocked or sent to your spam folder. We suggest providing an alternative email address apart from Gmail for better email communication)
- This is a full-time in person position on the upper west side that pays a salary between $50,000 to $55,000 and has a schedule of Monday through Friday from 830am to 430pm. Can you commit to the schedule/location and does the salary meet your requirement?
Work Location: In person