Behavioral Aide II

Job Title: Behavioral Aide II Pay Range: $19.00-$22.00/hourly Job Description: Behavioral Aide Responsibilities: * Support Educational Plans: Assist teachers with providing instructional support in content areas as well as implement Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP). * Instructional Assistance: Provide instructional support tailored to individual student needs. * Travel: Report to different locations under 30 miles one-way within the assigned region (if applicable). * Work Schedule: Availability to work approximately a 6.5 hour shift between the hours of Monday-Friday 6AM-4:30PM (varies based on assignment). * Crisis Intervention: Respond to emergency situations (e.g., fights, seizures) and intervene using Pro-ACT and/or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) methods. * Student Supervision: Monitor and assist students during class breaks, meals, transportation, and bathroom use. * Recreational Activities: Participate in and/or facilitate activities like athletics, crafts, and off-campus trips. * Behavioral Modeling: Demonstrate Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodologies to increase or decrease targeted behaviors. * Data Recording: Record daily data on student behavior, skills progression, incidents, and learning objectives. * Effective Communication: Maintain open communication with supervisors and agency staff regarding student status and any potential issues. * *BA III only* Substitute: Serve as a substitute teacher as needed, ensuring continuity of instruction. Behavioral Aide Qualifications: * Education: High School Diploma or GED required for BA I-II, Bachelors degree required for BA III * Experience: Prior experience in a school or treatment setting, working with students needing learning, social, emotional, or behavioral assistance. * Clearances: DOJ/FBI Live Scan Background & TB Clearance required. * Preferred Certifications: Pro-ACT, CPI intervention training, and/or CPR certification. * Technical Skills: Proficient with standard software applications and the internet. * Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal English communication skills. * Personal Qualities: Reliability, dependability, and flexibility are crucial. * Other: Must be at least 18 years of age. Behavioral Aide Physical Demands: * Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes. * Activity: Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items. * Sensory: Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels. This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed. PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. #BA1