Hello! Amergis Healthcare Staffing is hiring for Substitute Classroom Behavior Aides to work at a school in the San Jose area.
Substitute Classroom Behavior Aides facilitate educational and behavioral services with children and adults with special needs such as, autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and more.
You collaborate with school professionals and others to achieve learning and behavioral goals and objections. Part of the role may include redirecting their behaviors, improving communication skills, or simply making a new connection!
Substitute Classroom Behavior Aides provides a flexible schedule and gaining valuable experience - perfect for anyone looking to gain work experience or to make extra cash for the week; with the added bonus of weekly pay on Fridays.
Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 18 years of age or older
• Able to pass background check
• Authorized to work in the US
Schedule: Flexible hours available Monday-Friday between 8:00am-3:30pm
Pay Rate: Starting at $20/hour based on experience!
General Comments Flexible Hours Monday-Friday from 8am-3:30
The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational andbehavioral services with children and adults with special needs andcollaborates with school professionals and other behavioral specialists toachieve learning and behavioral goals and objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows instructions from the BCBA, teacher, and/or programsupervisor
• Implements behavior management techniques in the form ofprevention, intervention, and consequence strategies
• Provides crisis intervention
• Reviews and implements behavior intervention plans
• Reviews and performs tasks to behavioral and ABA goals foundwithin an IEP at the direction of an instructor
• Assists in facilitating academic instruction at thedirection of an instructor
• Assists in facilitating SLP, OT, and PT development plans
• Documents session per policies and procedures
• Collects behavioral and academic data accurately andefficiently
• Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements
• Assists students in the development of independent dailyliving skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothingroutines, and personal hygiene
• Supports students across environments (i.e. classroom,playground, lunch room, gym, sensory room, library, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Two (2) years of pediatric experience preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.