Job Description

SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL IS SEEKING A STUDENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT TO JOIN OUR TEAM!

SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOLS (SHS) ARE APPROVED PRIVATE ACADEMIC SCHOOLS LICENSED THROUGHOUT THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA FOR GRADES K-12. WE OFFER PROGRAMS BASED ON PROVEN, BEST PRACTICES OF DATA BASED RESEARCH, UTILIZING THE PRINCIPLES OF APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS WHICH COMBINES EDUCATIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL DOMAINS TO PROVIDE AN INTENSIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM THAT ENHANCES THE LEARNING OF CHILDREN WHO HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS AND/OR IDENTIFIED WITH EMOTIONAL DISTURBANCE.

THIS CANDIDATE WILL Work in a 1:1 or in larger group ratios with students identified with intellectual, emotional or physical disabilities and challenging behaviors.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Implements, models, and assists staff and caregivers with implementation of Positive Behavior Support Plans and Individual Treatment Plans, as designed by Behavioral Specialists, located in school, home or community settings as specified in the individual plan.

Collects student data

Completes daily required documentation

Assists caregivers and staff with addressing therapeutic needs of the student

Model the values and ethical guidelines set forth by Soaring Heights Schools.

Participate in supervision sessions.

Maintains open and effective communications with colleagues, supervisors, support staff and when appropriate outside agencies.

Assist with or implement transition programming in the school or community settings.

Assist school personnel (director, administrative assistant, teacher, teacher assistant, etc) or student to arrange the schools environment to best meet the students physical and psychological needs.

Assist school personnel with creating, copying, grading of classroom and student materials.

Assist with proper crisis intervention and prevention techniques and complete appropriate forms.

Perform Personal Care duties with toileting, eating and grooming activities when necessary.

Communicate to the teacher learning issues that a student(s) may be experiencing with assigned tasks.

Participates in crisis intervention and prevention techniques and complete appropriate forms

Maintains open and effective communication with colleagues, supervisors, support staff and, when appropriate, outside agencies

Monitors students appropriately

Presents a positive and nurturing attitude

Demonstrates creativity and flexibility with the daily routine of the school day

Continuously meets supervision and training requirements set forth by SHS, PDE and DHS

Assists with any other needs throughout the building (van duty, driving, laundry, cleaning, dietary, etc )

Participates in in-service trainings and professional development

Performs specific RBT responsibilities as assigned and permitted, based on training experience and competency

Performs other related duties as assigned

PRINCIPAL RESULTS EXPECTED: (WHAT PERFORMANCE GOALS DO YOU EXPECT FOR THIS POSITION)

• Help to develop and maintain a strong education program.
• Work collaboratively with other staff to meet the needs of those served.
• Complete required training and mandatory training hours.
• Knowledge of ASD assessments and Applied Behavioral Analysis,
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism in a variety of environments

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma
• 18 years of age or older
• 2 or more years experience working with children in an educational, hospital or home setting.
• Experience working with Special Education students in a school setting or behavioral interventions in a community based setting preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

BENEFITS

• Leadership Opportunities
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts