Behavioral Support Specialist
Company: Community Action Programs Cayuga/Seneca (CAP)
Location: Auburn
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
The mission of Community Action Programs Cayuga/Seneca (CAP) is
to cultivate a community where all people are respectfully
supported and empowered to embrace opportunities for learning,
growth and economic security. CAP is seeking a Behavioral Support
Specialist in our Early Childhood Program. The Behavioral Support
Specialist (BSS) is responsible for working with children (ages
2-5) enrolled in the Head Start program that exhibit challenging
behaviors and would benefit from additional 1:1 support. The BSS
will work with classroom staff and in conjunction with the Mental
Health Manager to develop and implement developmentally appropriate
behavior support plans which promote healthy social-emotional
development.Bachelor's degree in special education, behavioral
science, or mental health field, or Associates' degree in early
childhood development with at least 2 years experience working with
children ages 2-5 with behavior challenges in a group setting.
Ability to take a strength-based approach to children's needs.
Knowledge and understanding of the person-centered philosophy. Must
have reliable transportation and a valid NYS driver's license. Must
be fully vaccinated per Federal Head Start Performance Standards.
This is a full-time, 10-month exempt position. The pay rate is
$20.12/hr, 35 hrs/wk, 43 wks/yr.CAP offers a generous benefits
package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, life
insurance, paid leave time (PTO, sick, holidays, birthday, academic
breaks), 401K retirement, FSA, HRA, qualifying education
assistance, and other employee development benefits.0
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Keywords: Community Action Programs Cayuga/Seneca (CAP), Syracuse , Behavioral Support Specialist, Other , Auburn, New York
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