THE LINCOLN CENTER FOR FAMILY AND YOUTH·Norristown, Pennsylvania
The Behavioral Aide manages crisis situations and implements behavioral intervention plans to support student success in an alternative school setting. They work closely with teachers and counselors to monitor student behavior and ensure a safe, controlled learning environment.
Under the supervision of the Site Director and working as a member of the site/program team, utilizes an effective behavioral intervention and safety plan for students. Performs other related duties as assigned.
School Culture Management · Manages crisis situations and defuses situations using conflict resolution and crisis management techniques · Works one-on-one with students to affect behavior changes · Reinforces appropriate behaviors and redirects negative behaviors · Provides values clarification including rules, expectations and consequences · Implements consequences for inappropriate behavior with proper training · Provides interventions to redirect behavior · Implements behavioral programs designed to make positive and appropriate changes · Assists school staff by participating as a team member in the development and monitoring of comprehensive behavioral objectives, goals, and plans · Follows behavioral interventions within a multi-tier system of supports Communication/Consultation · Works as a team member with teachers and counselors and other appropriate personnel to establish positive student contacts that develop appropriate and positive behavior modifications enabling students to succeed · Provides information to parents, guardians, or other care providers concerning actions of students · Ensures consistency of behavioral standards by coordinating with appropriate student contacts · Monitors physical and emotional changes in students and reports to appropriate personnel · Consults with teachers, support staff, and administrators to obtain information and advice on prior behavior problems, and provides information as necessary concerning behavioral concerns Program/Staff Support · Maintains a professional rapport with program/site staff · Monitors student behavior changes, assisting with academics as directed by teacher, and supervising various activities during the course of the instructional day to maintain a controlled and safe environment for students and staff · Attends IEP (Individualized Education Program) and student progress meetings as requested · Maintains awareness of fire drill and lockdown procedures and emergency contingency plan for the school site · Implements school’s emergency procedures as requested · Attends and provides trainings regarding safety, security, physical interventions and behavior management procedures as requested · Oversees recreational activities, and other learning opportunities as requested · Attends program/site team meetings and various school events, including selected sporting events Skills & Knowledge: Soft skills: · Excellent communication and relationship building skills · Ability to work effectively on a multi-treatment team Education and Experience: · Education: High School Diploma or equivalent · Previous experience in school settings preferred Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment: Alternative school setting (grades 7-12) Work Hours: This is an hourly full-time, up to 40 hours per week, 43-week position Travel: Travel is occasional, such as chaperoning student class day trips and home sporting events EEO Statement: TLC is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to, race, age, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis recognized by federal, state or local law.
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person Qualifications
The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in a school setting is preferred.
Market context
Demand for Behavioral Aides in Pennsylvania is connected to schools’ need for consistent support for students with behavioral and developmental needs; candidates with school-based experience, patience, and strong communication may be more competitive. Before applying, review the original description for supervision and documentation expectations; the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from that description, including insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement, saving research time.
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