The ESS Behavioral Health worker will perform direct treatment in a supportive role within the BLaST Intermediate Unit for the Academy for Integrated Studies to meet individualized behavioral and academic needs of the students.

Responsibilities

• Participate in group therapy sessions as a co-leader under the direction of the Social Worker
• Conduct behavioral modification under the direction of the Social Worker
• Assist with crisis intervention and stabilization strategies as needed
• Develop and maintain an environment which is non-threatening, safe, nurturing, and where the students and their families feel respected, accepted, and welcome
• Assist in conducting formal and informal assessments as needed
• Facilitate a safe and efficient transition between activities with attention to facilitate student's individual needs
• Utilize a school-wide positive behavior system in the management of group and client behaviors
• Communicate and work cooperatively with co-workers and students to meet student needs
• Adhere to legal and ethical standards in the provision of behavioral health and educational services
• Assist teacher and social worker in developing and implementing behavioral modification system
• Assist with data collection and record keeping
• Assistance with the documentation of student, behavior, attendance, record maintenance, end of year reports and other reports as required
• Understand and adhere to all ESS and BLaST Intermediate Unit policies and procedures
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned