Job Description:
Balance4kids is a nonprofit organization based in Santa Cruz, CA, dedicated to providing compassionate care solutions for individuals with unique needs. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Behavioral Support Specialist to join our team at BalanceSCC. This role involves providing individualized support and implementing behavioral plans for students with challenging behaviors, aggressive tendencies, elopement issues or general disruptions in the classroom.
Responsibilities:
- Implement individualized behavioral plans for assigned students, focusing on managing and reducing aggressive behaviors, elopement tendencies, and disruptions in the classroom.
- Provide consistent support and supervision to assigned students, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Record daily data on various aspects of students' progress and behavior, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Participate in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training and updates, as necessary.
- Provide instruction to assigned students in accordance with their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.
- Adapt general classroom materials and curriculum to meet the individual needs of assigned students, as outlined in their IEP.
- Attend and actively participate in all relevant training sessions and professional growth activities as requested or required.
- Maintain a compassionate, patient, and respectful attitude while working with students.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Negative TB test result.
- Current CPR certification (can be completed through BalanceSCC training).
- Completion of Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (can be completed through BalanceSCC training).
- Experience in working with individuals with challenging behaviors preferred.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Chiropractic insurance
-Life
Job Type:
- Full-time position following the school calendar.
Pay:
- Hourly rate ranging from $21.50 to $24, depending on level of experience.
Work Remotely:
- No
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students with unique needs and possess the necessary qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position.
Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
BalanceSCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.50 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Patient demographics:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- classroom: 1 year (Required)
- Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person