Connections for Kids is one of Maine’s leading mental health agencies and for 26 years has been making a difference in the lives of children and families!
Position: Program Coordinator, Special Education School
Location: Kittery Academy & Kittery Kids Academy
Compensation: Up to $28/hr depending on education & experience.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, School Day Hours!
Description:
Kittery Academy & Kittery Kids' Academy is a private special education school that blends behavioral support services with education for 10 students who have a mental health diagnosis that includes conduct disorders, anxiety and PTSD. As a Program Coordinator for Connections for Kids you'll work alongside teachers, licensed clinicians and other school personnel to provide behavioral support and day to day oversight and organization to the program; including supervision of BHP staff, behavioral management skills, treatment plan implementation, and staff coverage. This is a full time, school year position with time off for school vacation weeks and includes a 6 week summer program between July and August.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BHP (Behavioral Health Professional) Certification (Preferred)
- 4 year college degree required
- Experience working with children with behavioral / mental health challenges
- Have a valid drivers license with proof of auto insurance
- Are a positive person with a strong work ethic
Job Functions and Responsibilities
· Oversees all BHP’s and assigns clients with consultation from Clinical Team.
· Provides relief and/or additional support to BHP’s.
· Ensures fidelity to Safety Care technique and philosophy.
· Provides oversight and fidelity of Positive Behavioral Support and Incentive (PBIS) programs.
· Oversees timely completion and submission of BHP DAP and Incident Reports.
· Oversees BHP evaluations and annual reviews; coordinates any performance action plans if needed.
· QA’s daily case notes for quality and accuracy.
· Assists to train new staff.
· Attends all staff meetings and IEP as assigned.
· Upholds clear professional boundaries at all times.
· Supports the BHP with their client and teaches behavioral management skills while following the treatment plan closely.
· Supports BHP’s and makes sure they are managing their emotions professionally.
· Completes daily case notes if needed.
· Follows mandated reporter requirements for abuse and neglect of any client and others.
· Attends all CFK meetings that are necessary.
· Communicates daily with supervisor.
· Attends professional trainings and workshops to meet requirements of state and CFK.
· Clear and professional documentation of all services provided in accordance with CFK standards, State of Maine licensing requirements and program policies and procedures.
· Documents services with clients as needed.
· Assists to maintain safety and condition of facility .
· Other duties as agreed upon by supervisor.
· On occasion, may need to transport client in personal vehicle.
Expectations:
· Must maintain a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance, to be verified regularly.
· Must be able to successfully complete all phases of pre-service training and on-going training as required by state and CFK policy.
· Must be able to work in occasionally high pressure, high stress and physical environment. Position may experience verbal and /or physical aggression from client population.
· Computer literacy, organization and solid writing and editing skills are essential.
· Possess independent problem solving skills and be willing to seek assistance and guidance when needed.
· High level of accuracy, organization and detail orientation required.
· Must possess strong communication skills both verbal and written.
· Ability to work as a team player.
· Creative and caring; and ability to be sensitive to a wide variety of cultural and socioeconomic attributes and environments.
· Able to be organized and to prioritize workload.
· Ability to meet deadlines.
· Self-motivated.
BENEFITS:
- Medical,
- Dental,
- Vision,
- 11 paid holidays,
- Relaxed and casual work environment,
- Convenient school hours, Monday through Friday,
- Company issued Chromebook,
- Tuition reimbursement,
- Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program,
- Discounted pet insurance,
- Discounts to a host of local businesses including an 18% discount for Verizon,
- A 403b plan with matched contributions after a year of employment,
- Short-term disability coverage,
- Complimentary long-term disability coverage and life insurance at no cost,
- Paid BHP certification, Safety Care training and First Aid/CPR!
- 34 paid days off in your first year and increases the longer you're with our team!
Connections for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer!