Easterseals West Georgia, Inc. is a private non-profit organization. We provide high quality comprehensive therapeutic care that ensures effective interventions and activities for people with disabilities. The BCBA will also provide supervision to a BCBA and Registered Behavior Technicians providing ABA therapy.

This is a contract position with the potential to grow into a salaried position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments/Analyses as assigned.
• Plan, develop and ensure implementation of comprehensive individual behavior support plans and strategies.
• Create recommendations for comprehensive services.
• Provide consultation and training for parents, teachers, and community members, as needed.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual summaries/reports/updates within the requirements of funding sources.
• Oversee assessments, plan development, and ongoing program data analysis to ensure maximum client progress.
• Supervise, train, coach and collaborate with behavior support clinicians and facilitate treatment teams to ensure service efficacy and program monitoring.
• Ensures progress notes and medical records are documented in a timely manner and maintained in accordance with governing regulations and established organizational procedures.
• Conduct and participate in education and training programs for clients, families, or community groups.
• Provide consultation to external stakeholders as needed.

·         Reports any problems relating to potential Easterseals’ liability; any accidents the clients incur; any problems with staff, parents, or the public to the Director of Behavior Support Services.

·         Respects & preserves the dignity, personal safety & confidentially of persons served by or employed by ESWG.

·         Reports any evidence of child/adult neglect and/or abuse to the Director and Administrative Team for further investigation and possible reporting.

·         Administers medications as needed.

·         Completes at least 20 hours of approved training per year. 

·         Maintains current certification in First Aid, CPR, first aid and CPI.

·         Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

·         Participants are always supervised. Under no circumstances are participants to be left unattended.

·         Staff exercises professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors, and other staff. 

·         Staff ensures that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.

·         To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets

·         expectation) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1–3-month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master's (Preferred) from an ABA accredited program.

• Must be currently certified as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Maintain CEU requirements and BCBA credential with Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Training and clinical experience in providing applied behavior analysis to children and/or adults and families. Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders preferred.
• Analytical skills necessary to synthesize a variety of clinical and social data to determine appropriate diagnosis, treatment plan and monitor effectiveness of treatment programs.
• Experience with case management and Medicaid regulations a plus.
• Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.

Easterseals West Georgia, Inc. is a private non-profit organization. We provide high quality comprehensive therapeutic care that ensures effective interventions and activities for people with disabilities. The BCBA will also provide supervision to a BCBA and Registered Behavior Technicians providing ABA thera

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments/Analyses as assigned.
• Plan, develop and ensure implementation of comprehensive individual behavior support plans and strategies.
• Create recommendations for comprehensive services.
• Provide consultation and training for parents, teachers, and community members, as needed.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual summaries/reports/updates within the requirements of funding sources.
• Oversee assessments, plan development, and ongoing program data analysis to ensure maximum client progress.
• Supervise, train, coach and collaborate with behavior support clinicians and facilitate treatment teams to ensure service efficacy and program monitoring.
• Ensures progress notes and medical records are documented in a timely manner and maintained in accordance with governing regulations and established organizational procedures.
• Conduct and participate in education and training programs for clients, families, or community groups.
• Provide consultation to external stakeholders as needed.

·         Reports any problems relating to potential Easterseals’ liability; any accidents the clients incur; any problems with staff, parents, or the public to the Director of Behavior Support Services.

·         Respects & preserves the dignity, personal safety & confidentially of persons served by or employed by ESWG.

·         Reports any evidence of child/adult neglect and/or abuse to the Director and Administrative Team for further investigation and possible reporting.

·         Administers medications as needed.

·         Completes at least 20 hours of approved training per year. 

·         Maintains current certification in First Aid, CPR, first aid and CPI.

·         Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

·         Participants are always supervised. Under no circumstances are participants to be left unattended.

·         Staff exercises professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors, and other staff. 

·         Staff ensures that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.

·         To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets

·         expectation) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1–3-month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master's (Preferred) from an ABA accredited program.

• Must be currently certified as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Maintain CEU requirements and BCBA credential with Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Training and clinical experience in providing applied behavior analysis to children and/or adults and families. Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders preferred.
• Analytical skills necessary to synthesize a variety of clinical and social data to determine appropriate diagnosis, treatment plan and monitor effectiveness of treatment programs.
• Experience with case management and Medicaid regulations a plus.
• Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Coordinate and conduct all activities related to monitoring functions of the Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

· Ensure all activities and functions are in compliance with CACFP program guidelines.

· Monitor program budget to ensure that program approvals are followed.

· Maintain accurate records of program participants, meals, and attendance.

· Ensure completion of daily food counts including verifying attendance, entering data into systems, and preparing reimbursement paperwork.

· Ensure claims reports are completed monthly.

· Ensure monitoring audits are conducted quarterly.

· Assists with training child & adult care staff on CACFP guidelines, meal patterns, and program regulations.

· Monitor program to ensure compliance with CACFP regulations and provide feedback to the supervisor and Directors.

· Assists with CACFP program audits and evaluations.

· Ensure accurate and timely record-keeping.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· High school diploma or G.E.D., advanced business training or equivalent experience.

· One year of clerical and/or program management experience.

· Must be committed to providing outstanding customer service.

· Must have excellent interpersonal, and communication skills.

· Proficient computer and organizational skills.

· Ability to operate general office equipment.

· Strong attention to detail.

Each resume will be evaluated on the qualifications above as well as additional qualifications specific to the position.

Please submit resumes to: Cheri@eastersealswga.org

2515 Double Churches Road, Columbus, Georgia 31909

Reports to       Personnel Manager and CEO

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of the Personnel Manager and CEO, the Personnel Assistant is responsible for administering policies and procedures relating to all phases of human resources activity within Easterseals West Georgia.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Maintains knowledge of company policies and procedures and other legal requirements, and governmental reporting regulations, affecting human resources functions and ensures that policies, procedures and reporting are in compliance.

·         Processes departmental requests to fill part-time and full-time open positions.

·         Prepares and place job postings for position openings and attends community job fairs regularly.

·         Research recruitment strategies for optimal potential applicant outreach which includes the utilization of no charge on-line employment sites.

·         Collects all applications and maintains open application file. Reviews applications to ensure minimum qualifications are met and presents them to the department heads with resumes/applications of qualified candidates.

·         Schedules interviews and prepares interview packets and all documentation and communications regarding employee onboarding.

·         Plans and conduct new employee orientation.

·         Maintains all employee personnel files, which include tracking CPR & 1st aid and medical requirements (drug screening, hepatitis vaccinations, etc.) insurance and retirement enrollment.

·         Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.

·         Assists the Personnel Manager and CEO in the preparation of the Personnel Committee meeting agenda and all paperwork associated with the Personnel Committee meetings.

·         Assist the Personnel Manager with employment statistics.

·         Perform other duties as assigned by the Personnel Manager and CEO.

WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

·         Exercises professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors, and other staff at all times. 

·         Ensures that all conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.

·         To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets expectation) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1-3 month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Preferably, an associate’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with specialization in human resources or business administration; or two years in personnel administration.

·         Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applicable computer software packages, i.e. HRIS systems.

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills.

·         Demonstrated ability to exercise confidentiality.

·         Excellent interpersonal, problem solving and customer service skills.

·         Must be able to multi-task, respond to emergency requests on short notice and complete assignments in a timely manner according to deadlines determined by either the Personnel Manager, CEO or department heads.

The Registered Behavior Technician will primarily provide individual services for children with an identified medical necessity for treatment using Applied Behavior Analysis. They will implement learning programs (communication, self-help, play skills) under the direct supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts, collect data on target behaviors and implement behavior intervention plans. When not assigned to a client, the RBT will assist with general behavior support in the classrooms, collaborate with other therapy disciplines or conduct observations of new students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Focus on changing the child's behavior by observing and measuring the behavior in community environments.

·         Maintains effective and co-operative work relations with others.

·         Gather behavioral data to track progress of behavioral objectives identified in the behavior plan and work with the BCBA to periodically modify the plan.

·         Implement skill acquisition programs (communication, self-help, and play skills) and behavior reduction programs utilizing discrete trial teaching, incidental teaching and verbal behavior instruction as written and instructed by the BCBA.

·         Collect data on all behaviors targeted and meet with supervisor weekly to analyze the information gathered and participate in initial and ongoing trainings.

·         Support teachers with general behavior management when serving as the behavior support technician.

·         Complete mandatory training and refresher training.

·         Work closely with the supervisor to ensure completion of professional development requirements to maintain certification.

·         Properly report all critical incidents and safety concerns regarding persons receiving services.

·         Ensure that documentation is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with established organizational procedures and insurance requirements.

·         Maintain a safe work environment.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

·         Must possess strong organizational and computer literacy skills.

·         Must possess strong organizational and computer literacy skills.

·         Must possess a professional demeanor and present a professional image.

·         Must have the ability to plan and manage time, resources, and services with minimal supervision.

·         Must possess a strong ability to analyze and interpret information and policies.

·         Consistently emphasizes and enforces excellence.

·         Desire for continued learning opportunities, and willingness to embrace instruction.

·         Ability to work with multi-disciplinary team members, and a desire to work with young children.

·         Current knowledge of HIPAA law.

·         Ability to secure and retain a Medicaid Provider Number.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

·         Minimum High Diploma

·         BA or BS in psychology, social work, special education, or related field preferred.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

·         Able to see and hear clearly, close, receive oral communication via phone and in person, and to provide a safe environment.

·         Able to lift and carry items or children weighing up to 50 pounds.

·         Able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

·         Employees are required to work in a drug-free workplace.

·         Employees are required to work in a smoke-free workplace.

The Registered Behavior Technician will primarily provide individual services for children with an identified medical necessity for treatment using Applied Behavior Analysis. They will implement learning programs (communication, self-help, play skills) under the direct supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts, collect data on target behaviors and implement behavior intervention plans. When not assigned to a client, the RBT will assist with general behavior support in the classrooms, collaborate with other therapy disciplines or conduct observations of new students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Focus on changing the child's behavior by observing and measuring the behavior in community environments.

·         Maintains effective and co-operative work relations with others.

·         Gather behavioral data to track progress of behavioral objectives identified in the behavior plan and work with the BCBA to periodically modify the plan.

·         Implement skill acquisition programs (communication, self-help, and play skills) and behavior reduction programs utilizing discrete trial teaching, incidental teaching and verbal behavior instruction as written and instructed by the BCBA.

·         Collect data on all behaviors targeted and meet with supervisor weekly to analyze the information gathered and participate in initial and ongoing trainings.

·         Support teachers with general behavior management when serving as the behavior support technician.

·         Complete mandatory training and refresher training.

·         Work closely with the supervisor to ensure completion of professional development requirements to maintain certification.

·         Properly report all critical incidents and safety concerns regarding persons receiving services.

·         Ensure that documentation is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with established organizational procedures and insurance requirements.

·         Maintain a safe work environment.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

·         Must possess strong organizational and computer literacy skills.

·         Must possess strong organizational and computer literacy skills.

·         Must possess a professional demeanor and present a professional image.

·         Must have the ability to plan and manage time, resources, and services with minimal supervision.

·         Must possess a strong ability to analyze and interpret information and policies.

·         Consistently emphasizes and enforces excellence.

·         Desire for continued learning opportunities, and willingness to embrace instruction.

·         Ability to work with multi-disciplinary team members, and a desire to work with young children.

·         Current knowledge of HIPAA law.

·         Ability to secure and retain a Medicaid Provider Number.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

·         Minimum High Diploma

·         BA or BS in psychology, social work, special education, or related field preferred.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

·         Able to see and hear clearly, close, receive oral communication via phone and in person, and to provide a safe environment.

·         Able to lift and carry items or children weighing up to 50 pounds.

·         Able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

·         Employees are required to work in a drug-free workplace.

·         Employees are required to work in a smoke-free workplace.

Assists the Life Skills Coach with planning, organizing, and providing a comprehensive therapeutic adult day program to adults with disabilities. Conducts daily activities, to facilitate individual learning experiences, and assists in the development of living skills consistent with the participant’s objectives identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP)/ Plan of Care (POC) and with the program design. Works collaboratively with ESWG’s administration and other staff to ensure all aspects of the program development and delivery are consistent with ESWG’s mission. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Assists with implementing the ISP/POC for participants in assigned room under the instruction of the Life Skills Coach, Adult Director, VP of Programs and Services, and Assessment Specialist.  Is responsible for the implementation of the above-mentioned plans in the absence of the Life Skills Coach. 

·         Promotes and implements activities which include activities of daily living skills (ADLs).  Activities are to include a variety of materials and experiences which enhance learning experiences for each adult.

·         Is responsible for the implementation of the above-mentioned plans in the absence of the Life Skills Coach. 

·         Encourages adults to develop good nutritional habits. 

·         Provides personal care assistance and instruction for participants which may include feeding, grooming and toileting.

·         Supervises activities to ensure safety at all times following established safety standards.

·         Advises Adult Director, VP of Programs and Services, or classroom Life Skills Coach of any irregularities or changes observed in a participant’s appearance and/or behavior.

·         Assists with maintaining all assigned documentation and participant records. Tracks changes relevant to goals and objectives. 

·         Respects and preserves the dignity, personal safety and confidentiality of all persons served by or employed by ESWG.  Maintains effective and cooperative work relations with others.

·         Greets caregivers, visitors, and volunteers to ensure a welcoming and warm environment.

• Advises the Adult Director and Transportation Coordinator on activities during community outings which affect program objectives, staff and relationships with parents and the public.

·         Reports any evidence of abuse and/or neglect immediately to Adult Director or a member of the Administrative Team (President/ CEO, VP of Programs and Services, Adult Director, and Nurse/Safety Director).

·         Notifies supervisor of supplies needed before depletion, maintenance required, or equipment needing repair.

·         Adheres to ESWG's policies and procedures, and appropriate licensing and accreditation standards.

·         Performs routine housekeeping duties to keep assigned room, facility, and outdoor areas clean and neat.

·         Attends staff meetings as required.

·         Attends in-service training to maintain and increase knowledge and skills in the field of adult day services and special education.  Successfully completes at least 20 hours of training per year.  Maintains current First Aid, CPR and CPI certifications.

·         Performs other duties as assigned by the Directors.

Direct care staff have responsibilities to assist as community outings assistants and as a van assistants.

• Assists riders in/out of van. 
• Supervises participants on van to always ensure safety.  While participants remain on the van, either the driver or the other staff member will be with the participants at all times.  AT NO TIME SHALL A PARTICIPANT BE LEFT ALONE ON THE VAN.
• Provides the participants with a pleasant environment while riding on the van. 
• Follows established safety standards.
• Check wheelchair lock downs and seat belts prior to departure.
• Ensures transportation and outing records are completed as required.
• Performs/assists with physical care for each participant, if needed. Advises Transportation Coordinator, Adult Director, VP of Programs and Services, or classroom teacher of any irregularities or changes observed in a participant’s appearance and/or behavior.
• Reports any concern for the participants or the van to a director immediately.

WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

• Participants are supervised at all times. Under no circumstances are participants to be left unattended.
• Staff will always exercise professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors and other staff. 
• Staff will ensure that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.
• In addition to the indoor program, staff will tolerate an outdoor work environment inclusive of a variety of weather conditions.
• To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets expectation) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1-3 month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Has education or experience working with adults in a rehabilitation, educational or adult day facility preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills with adults required.
• Obtain fingerprint criminal background check clearance, including a DMV report, if driving vehicles.
• Communicate well orally and in writing.
• Interpret and carry out written or oral instructions.

Responsible for the implementation of a comprehensive therapeutic adult day program for adults with disabilities. Plans and conducts daily activities, to facilitate individual learning experiences, and assists in the development of living skills consistent with the participant’s objectives identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP)/ Plan of Care (POC) and with the program design. Works collaboratively with ESWG’s administration and other staff to ensure all aspects of the program development and delivery are consistent with ESWG’s mission. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Designs and implements ISP/POC to include objectives in areas of daily living skills (ADLs). Activities are to include a variety of materials and experiences which enhance learning experiences for each adult.

·         Assists in participant assessments, planning, and evaluation processes.  Attends ISP/POC meetings.  Assists participant in the development and implementation of his/her support plan.          

·         Works with the Adult Director, VP of Programs and Services, and Assessment Specialist to promote, plan, organize and provide activities, which enhance learning experiences for each adult.

·         Plans and prepares a weekly schedule of activities according to ISP/POC goals and objectives including community outings.   

·         Encourages adults to develop good nutritional habits. 

·         Provides personal care assistance and instruction for participants which may include feeding, grooming and toileting.

·         Supervises activities to ensure safety at all times following established safety standards.

·         Advises Adult Director, or VP of Programs and Services, of any irregularities or changes observed in a participant’s appearance and/or behavior.  

·         Maintains all assigned documentation and participant records. Tracks changes relevant to goals and objectives. 

·         Respects and preserves the dignity, personal safety and confidentiality of all persons served by or employed by ESWG.  Maintains effective and cooperative work relations with others.

·         Greets caregivers, visitors, and volunteers to ensure a welcoming and warm environment.

• Advises the Adult Director and Transportation Coordinator on activities during community outings which affect program objectives, staff and relationships with parents and the public.

·         Reports any evidence of abuse and/or neglect immediately to Adult Director or a member of the Administrative Team.

·         Notifies supervisor of supplies needed before depletion, maintenance required, or equipment needing repair.

·         Adheres to ESWG's policies and procedures, and appropriate licensing and accreditation standards.

·         Performs routine housekeeping duties to keep assigned room, facility, and outdoor areas clean and neat.

·         Attends staff meetings as required.

·         Attends in-service training to maintain and increase knowledge and skills in the field of adult day services and special education.  Successfully completes at least 20 hours of training per year.  Maintains current First Aid, CPR and CPI certifications.

·         Performs other duties as assigned by the directors.

Direct care staff have responsibilities to assist as community outings assistants and as a van assistant.

• Assists riders in/out of van. 
• Supervises participants on van to always ensure safety.  While participants remain on the van, either the driver or the other staff member will be with the participants at all times.  AT NO TIME SHALL A PARTICIPANT BE LEFT ALONE ON THE VAN.
• Provides the participants with a pleasant environment while riding on the van. 
• Follows established safety standards.
• Check wheelchair lock downs and seat belts prior to departure.
• Ensures that while on community outings, the behavior and interactions of participants and staff reflect the values, policies, procedures, and practices of ESWG.
• Ensures transportation and outing records are completed as required.
• Performs/assists with physical care for each participant, if needed. Advises Transportation Coordinator, Adult Director, VP of Programs and Services, or classroom teacher of any irregularities or changes observed in a participant’s appearance and/or behavior.
• Reports any concern for the participants or the van to a director immediately.

WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

• Participants are supervised at all times. Under no circumstances are participants to be left unattended.
• Staff will always exercise professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors, and other staff.  
• Staff will ensure that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.
• In addition to the indoor program, staff will tolerate an outdoor work environment inclusive of a variety of weather conditions.
• To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (Meets Expectations) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1-3 month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA, Nurse Tech, or equivalent certification required.
• Possess 1 year of related experience preferably working with in an adult day facility, rehabilitation, or educational setting.
• Good Interpersonal skills with adults required.
• Obtain fingerprint criminal background check clearance, including a DMV report, if driving vehicles.
• Communicate well orally and in writing.
• Interpret and carry out written or oral instructions.

Assists Kitchen Manager with distribution of all meals and snacks in accordance with the food service and nutrition requirements of the Department of Early Care and Learning, the USDA Childcare Food Program guidelines and Health Department standards.  Ensures all utensils and dishes are clean, sanitized and stored according to guidelines.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Ensures all food safety standards, health department and CACFP guidelines are adhered to daily

(i.e., temperature, storage, sanitation, etc.)

·         Assists with preparing food on trays and bowls as directed Kitchen Manager or Kitchen Assistant Manager.

·         Distributes meals and snacks to classrooms as directed.

·         Ensures all Health Department standards are met daily (i.e., temperature, storage, sanitation, etc.)

·         Ensures that all open containers and packages have tight fitting lids or covers and are labeled with contents and date, unless in original container / package.

·         Ensures food service equipment and preparation areas are kept clean and free of dust, dirt, food particles and grease deposits. Ensures that cafeteria is clean.  Sweep and mop floors in these areas as scheduled.

·         Serves food as needed for lunch and snack with serving sizes dependent upon the age of the child / adult.

·         Ensures that all kitchen and dish towels are laundered each day.

·         Replenishes hand soap, paper towels and toilet tissue in hall bathroom.

·         Assists Kitchen Manager or Kitchen Assistant Manager with putting away deliveries and supplies.

·         Notifies supervisor of foods and supplies before depletion.

·         Seeks and/ or requests additional duties whenever time permits.

·         Performs all other duties as requested by supervisor.

WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

·         Staff will always exercise professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors, and other staff. 

·         Staff will ensure that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.

·         To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets expectation) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1-3 month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         High School Diploma or GED

·         Meets or exceeds DECAL’s minimum yearly training requirements

·         Possess current First Aid and CPR certification. 

·         Good Interpersonal skills with children and adults required.

·         Interpret and carry out written or oral instructions.

Assists the Lead Teacher with planning, organizing, and providing a comprehensive therapeutic childcare program to children with and without special needs to enhance their development in reaching their maximum potential.  Conducts daily activities to facilitate individual learning experiences which assist in the child’s development as identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP) or Plan of Care (POC) and with the program design. Works collaboratively with ESWG’s administration and other staff to ensure all aspects of the program development and delivery are consistent with ESWG’s mission. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Assists with implementing the Individual Service Plan (ISP)/Plan of Care (POC) for children in assigned classroom under the instruction of the Lead Teacher, Children’s Director, Assessment Specialist, VP of Programs and Services, and/or appropriate therapist(s).  

2.     Promotes and implements activities which include curriculum appropriate educational experiences.  These activities will include a variety of materials in the fields of art, music, literature, science, nature, mathematics, and quiet activities.

3.     Supervises children to ensure safety at all times following established safety standards.

4.     Provides participants assistance and instruction with personal care including feeding, grooming and toileting. 

5.     Advises Children’s Director, VP of Programs and Services, or classroom Lead Teacher of any irregularities or changes observed in a child’s appearance and/or behavior.

6.     Assists the children to develop good nutritional habits.

7.     Assists with maintaining all assigned documentation and participant records.  Tracks changes relevant to goals and objectives.  

8.     Notifies supervisor of supplies needed before depletion, in-house maintenance required, or equipment needing repair.

9.     Attends in-service training to maintain and increase knowledge and skills in the fields of special education, rehabilitation, early intervention, and early childhood development.  Successfully completes at least 20 hours of relevant training per year.  Maintains current First Aid and CPR certification.

10.  Reports any evidence of child abuse and/or neglect immediately to Children’s Director or a member of the Administrative Team (President/ CEO, VP of Programs and Services, Adult or Children’s Director and Nurse/Safety Director).

11.  Respects and preserves the dignity, personal safety & confidentially of all persons served or employed by ESWG.

12.  Greets parents, visitors and volunteers to ensure a welcoming and warm environment.

13.  Adheres to all ESWG's policies/ procedures, and appropriate licensing, certification and accreditation standards.

14.  Maintains effective and co-operative work relations with others.

15.  Attends staff meetings as required.

16.  Performs routine housekeeping duties to keep assigned room, facility, and outdoor areas clean and neat.

17.  Performs other duties as assigned by the Directors.

WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

·         Participants are supervised at all times. Under no circumstances are participants to be left unattended.

·         Staff will always exercise professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors and other staff. 

·         Staff will ensure that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.

·         In addition to the indoor program, staff will tolerate an outdoor work environment inclusive of a variety of weather conditions.

• To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets expectation) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1-3 month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

1.     High School Diploma or GED required.

2.     Has education or experience working with children and/or adults in a rehabilitation, educational or child care facility preferred.

3.     Good interpersonal skills with children and adults required.

4.     Obtain fingerprint criminal background check clearance.

5.     Communicate well orally and in writing.

Interpret and carry out written or oral instructions

Responsible for the implementation of a comprehensive therapeutic child development program for children with and without special needs. Plans, conducts daily activities to facilitate individual learning experiences to assist in the development of living skills consistent with the participant’s objectives identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP) / Plan of Care (POC) and with the program design. Works collaboratively with ESWG’s administration and other staff to ensure all aspects of the program development and delivery are consistent with ESWG’s mission. 

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Design and implement Individual Service Plan (ISP) / Plan of Care (POC).

2. Assists in participant assessments, planning and evaluation processes.  Attends POC/ISP meetings.  Assists participant in the development and implementation of his/her support plan.          

 3.     Implements objectives in all areas of growth and development for all children.

4.     Works with the Children’s Director, Assessment Specialist, and VP of Programs and Services to promote, plan, organize, and provide activities, which enhance all areas of development for each child, and provide activities to promote socialization skills, including community outings.

 5.     Produces completed daily lesson plans one week in advance of scheduled activities which include curriculum appropriate educational experiences with a variety of materials in fields of art, music, literature, science, nature, mathematics, and quiet activities.

 6.     Assists the children to develop good nutritional habits and performs physical care for each child.

7.     Advises Children’s Director and VP of Programs and Services of any irregularities or changes observed in a participant’s appearance and/or behavior.

 8.     Provides assistance and instruction with personal care for participants which may include feeding, grooming and toileting.

9.     Supervises all activities to ensure the children’s safety at all times. Follows established safety standards.

 10.  Attends in-service training to maintain and increase knowledge and skills in the fields of special education, rehabilitation, early intervention, and early childhood development.  Successfully completes at least 20 hours of training per year.  Maintains current First Aid and CPR certifications.

 11.  Maintains all assigned documentation and participant records. Tracks changes relevant to goals and objectives. 

12.  Reports any evidence of child abuse and/or neglect immediately to Children’s Director or a member of the Administrative Team (President / CEO, VP of Programs and Services, Children’s or Adult Director, VP of Facility Management and Development and Nurse/Safety Director).

 13.  Attends staff meetings as required.

 14.  Respects and preserves the dignity, personal safety and confidentially of all persons served by or employed by ESWG.

 15.  Greets parents, visitors, and volunteers to ensure a welcoming and warm environment.

16.  Notifies supervisor of supplies needed before depletion, maintenance required, or equipment needing repair.

17.  Adheres to ESWG's policies and procedures, and appropriate licensing and accreditation standards.

 18.  Maintains effective and co-operative work relations with others.

 19.  Performs routine housekeeping duties to keep assigned room, facility, and outdoor areas clean and neat.

 20.  Performs other duties as assigned by the Directors.

 WORKING EXPECTATIONS: 

·         Participants are supervised at all times. Under no circumstances are participants to be left unattended.

·         Staff will always exercise professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors and other staff.  

·         Staff will ensure that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.

·         In addition to the indoor program, staff will tolerate an outdoor work environment inclusive of a variety of weather conditions.

·         To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets expectation) or higher on all performance reviews.  Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1-3 month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, equivalent, or higher degree required. 
• 1 year of related experience required.
• Obtain successful criminal background check clearance (local and fingerprint).
• Good Interpersonal skills with children and adults required.
• Communicate well orally and in writing.
• Interpret and carry out written or oral instructions.