At the present time, vacancies exist for Behavior Mentor positions within the Student Services division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit, located at the CHAAMP (Communities Helping Adolescents with Autism Make Progress) program in Mill Town Square, Downingtown, PA.
At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success takes a team approach! We strive to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond. If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don't wait - apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree in education or psychology preferred
Autism background and ABA experience preferred
Vaild PA Driver's License; Must meet CCIU procedures for transporting students (including motor vehicle record check; please see attached document for more information)
CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire
Registered Behavior Technician credential required within 1 year of hire
Current police, child abuse, and FBI fingerprint clearances required
Clearance as an MA provider by Pennsylvania and the federal government (conducted by CCIU upon hire)
Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for implementing and directing a behavioral model for the students at the CHAAMP program, a secondary transition program for students with moderate to severe autism.
Use principles of applied behavior analysis to extinguish negative behaviors and promote positive replacement behaviors as developed in a student's IEP.
Maintain continuous data to document frequency of targeted student behaviors and goals.
Transport and accompany students in the community to develop and reinforce social, recreational, and vocational skills per IEP goals.
Utilize de-escalation techniques and management strategies for student-student or student-staff conflicts.
Placement on salary scale based upon years of experience in a similar position
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 225 days/year (190 days during regular school year and 35 days during Extended School Year)
Support Staff Benefits
Excellent medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage at minimal cost to employee
If medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage is not needed, up to $1,000 in opt-out payments available
Life insurance in amount of 1x annual salary paid by CCIU
Long-term disability insurance effective 31st day of illness/injury
Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System
Worker's Compensation
New employees accrue 10 sick days and 2 personal days annually
Tuition reimbursement - 100% of 12 credits per year
Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.