School Aged Services Counselor - After School Program
- Lafayette, LA
- $20.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Engages in skilled interaction with participants who require therapeutic supports to replace aggressive or socially inappropriate behavior
- Assists participants in accessing and utilizing their community, by transporting them safely to recreational facilities or other community-based sites for activities, utilizing company cars, buses, walking, etc
- Learns and consistently practices effective teaching skills, working with Therapeutic and Coordinating team as necessary
- Acts in accordance with Community Services policies, mission, and the Individual Plans
- Supports and implements activities according to Community Services guidelines, in the context of activity protocols and plans, and in the context of a nurturing, stable environment
- Completes documentation and tracking timely and accurately
- Monitors and reports on data to ensure compliance with all applicable guidelines and regulations, including Imagine! Policies and Procedures
- Ensures quality service delivery, meeting the guidelines set forth in Community Services quality standards, as well as follows schedules, information sheets, and plans
- Completes all required training, including annual refreshers, in the appropriate timeframe
- Reports all behavioral incidents, medical emergencies, and/or significant changes in medical condition to supervisor, and completes all related paperwork in a timely manner
- Implement Individual Treatment/Behavior Plans developed by Behavior Therapists and/or BCBA
- implements behavior intervention strategies as directed by the Behavior Therapist or BCBA
- Collect data when working with some individuals
- Proactively communicate any questions or concerns to the Behavior Therapist or BCBA
- Supports Community Services mission in the context of both individual and collaborative work
- Actively participates in staff meetings, workshops, in-services, discussions, etc
- Maintains and cares for Imagine!'s property, including supplies, vehicles, etc., being mindful of safety and cleanliness
- Represents Community Services in meetings and committees, as well as in promoting and marketing, as requested
- Promotes team morale by being positive and professional
- Demonstrated skill in working with people with developmental disabilities, preferably in a community-based setting.
- Demonstrated ability to engage in skilled interaction with people who require therapeutic support.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
- Effective and creative negotiator and problem solver.
- Ability to work independently- traveling and working in the community
- Ability to work effectively with various technology including word processing software, internet-based databases, assistive technology, etc.
- Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to meet Imagine! driving requirements.
- This position requires regular use of a personal mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2 years of college preferred
- Ability and willingness to successfully complete required training curriculum. This includes developing an understanding of Community Services structure, services, philosophy, as well as community resources, etc
- 2 years of experience preferred
- Evening and weekend work may be required.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to drive a mini van
- Ability to push wheelchairs and to lift and transfer patients as related to toileting, diaper changing, and other health and activity related needs.
- Effective with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a changing environment.
- Willingness and ability to respond to emergency situations as they arise.
- Work is performed in a variety of settings including office, outside, and in-home