1:1 Aide- School Bus Behavior Support- Poughkeepsie, NY
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What you'll do
- Work collaboratively with agency personnel, the student’s parent/guardian, school team, and transportation company to provide consistent 1:1 student support during the afternoon bus run.
- Arrive on time at the designated school/bus pick-up location and remain with the student throughout transportation and transition into the home.
- Provide individualized behavioral and safety support throughout the bus ride in accordance with the student’s established Behavior Support Plan (BSP) and/or Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
- Implement assigned behavior-support strategies, including data collection, progress reporting, and documentation, as directed by the supervising clinician.
- Utilize CPI-trained prevention, de-escalation, and safety strategies when appropriate and in accordance with training, agency policy, and the student’s individualized plan.
- Support safe and successful transitions, including boarding the bus, remaining safe during transportation, exiting the bus, and transitioning to the parent/guardian or designated caregiver.
- Respond to the individualized goals, needs, and requests of the student and supervising team in a professional, respectful, and consistent manner.
- Communicate relevant observations, behavioral concerns, transportation issues, or changes in student presentation to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner.
- Maintain student confidentiality and protect personally identifiable information in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and agency policies.
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment throughout transportation and transition.
- Understand, demonstrate, and uphold the Family of Kidz company core values in all interactions with students, families, transportation personnel, school staff, and colleagues.
What they're looking for
- Minimum of 6 months working with children or adolescents with special needs in a supervised setting
- Minimum of High School Diploma required
- Must have reliable transportation
Nice to have
- Successful completion of or current enrollment in an undergraduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education or related field preferred
- Experience with students with autism and/or maladaptive behaviors preferred
- Bilingual is a plus
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Full description from employer
Details about this opportunity:
- Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
- Hours: 2- approximately 4 pm
- Schedule: Follows the school district calendar, including holidays and breaks
- Compensation: $40/hourly
What we have to offer YOU:
PART TIME BENEFITS
- Sick and Safe Leave: We care about your well-being. Team members receive paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations to support their health, family, and safety needs.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Program
- Professional Development Assistance
- Team Building Events
- Incentive Program
- Opportunities for RBT & BCBA supervision
- Opportunities to earn PDU's for RBT's
Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with agency personnel, the student’s parent/guardian, school team, and transportation company to provide consistent 1:1 student support during the afternoon bus run
- Arrive on time at the designated school/bus pick-up location and remain with the student throughout transportation and transition into the home
- Provide individualized behavioral and safety support throughout the bus ride in accordance with the student’s established Behavior Support Plan (BSP) and/or Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
- Implement assigned behavior-support strategies, including data collection, progress reporting, and documentation, as directed by the supervising clinician
- Utilize CPI-trained prevention, de-escalation, and safety strategies when appropriate and in accordance with training, agency policy, and the student’s individualized plan
- Support safe and successful transitions, including boarding the bus, remaining safe during transportation, exiting the bus, and transitioning to the parent/guardian or designated caregiver
- Respond to the individualized goals, needs, and requests of the student and supervising team in a professional, respectful, and consistent manner
- Communicate relevant observations, behavioral concerns, transportation issues, or changes in student presentation to the appropriate supervisor in a timely manner
- Maintain student confidentiality and protect personally identifiable information in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and agency policies
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment throughout transportation and transition
- Understand, demonstrate, and uphold the Family of Kidz company core values in all interactions with students, families, transportation personnel, school staff, and colleagues
About You:
If you have these attributes:
- Passionate to work with children, adolescents and therapists
- Sterling values, high integrity
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Critical thinker with a problem-solving mind.
- Exposure to the practice of maintaining a high level of confidentiality
- Excellent time management/organizational skills
- Act with humility and grace
- Empathetic & considerate of others
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
And this background:
- Minimum of 6 months working with children or adolescents with special needs in a supervised setting
- Minimum of High School Diploma required
- Must have reliable transportation
- Successful completion of or current enrollment in an undergraduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education or related field preferred
- Experience with students with autism and/or maladaptive behaviors preferred
- Critical thinker with a problem-solving mind
- Bilingual is a plus
Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!
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Why Join our Family?
Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.
Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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