Temporary Behavior Support Worker

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Job description

Job Title: Temporary Behavior Support Worker Position Summary: Assist the education and treatment teams in management of student behavior Agency Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. Compensation $18.15 per hour Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities: + Assure effective and consistent supervision of Crisis Counseling Rooms and In-School Suspension areas. + Contribute to the effective team management of behavior of program students, and to the implementation of Individual Education Plans. Assure that methods of intervention with students are employed in a therapeutic manner, are responsive to individual student needs, and are consistent with agency policy and each student's Individual Education/Treatment Plan. Assure that necessary information regarding student progress is communicated to involved staff in a timely manner. + Support and enhance classroom functioning by providing individualized attention as needed, and by performing other duties (such as: organizing and supervising special activities, providing transportation of students as needed, assisting in outreach to parents) as assigned. + Maintain thorough and timely documentation of significant incidents. Maintain daily log of utilization of Crisis Counseling Rooms, In-School Suspension; compile monthly summaries of same. + Ensure that support staff function effectively individually and as a unit by actively contributing to the process of selection, training and development of Teacher Aide, Substitute Teacher Aides and Substitute Teacher. + Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Must have excellent communication skills + Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented + Ability to work independently and be an enthusiastic team player + Ability to work effectively with clients, staff, families, and community contacts + Ability to physically restrain youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training Qualifications + High School Diploma and pertinent experience and/or training.

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