The Summit Center is Hiring a Behavioral Support Specialist, Summit Academy Enhanced Near Buffalo, NY
Summit Academy Enhanced is looking to hire Behavior Support Specialists (BSS) to deliver high-quality behavioral services within the school setting. Candidates will work under the direct supervision of highly qualified professionals (i.e., BCBA, psychologists, teachers). Daily responsibilities may include: implementing Behavior Intervention Plans, helping conduct behavioral assessments, running lesson plans related to educational goals, data collection, and crisis support as needed.Staff will work directly with students ages 13-21 who demonstrate severe behavior.
Support Teacher in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates
Assist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans, data collection and charting systems
Assist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunity to develop skills in areas of need
Assist with home-school communication
Provide crisis intervention for individuals
Collect, organize, and maintain direct observational data within the classroom and treatment room setting.
Conduct all duties, responsibilities, and daily activities in accordance with current best practice and ethical guidelines
Assist students with hygiene and toileting tasks
Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
Job Type: Full-time Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Paid Holiday Time
Follows School Calendar
Schedule:
Monday to Friday 8:00am-3:30pm
Education:
High school or equivalent (required)
RBT certification or certified-eligible (preferred but not required)