NY1527374

1

Associate's Degree

3+ years

$17.22 - $22.96 hourly

Full Time Regular

First Shift (Day)

35

NY1527374 Early Childhood Behavior Specialist. Full time for the Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency in Utica, NY. Program: Head Start/Early Head Start Site Location: Cornerstone Office, 1100 Miller St., Utica NY Shift:35 hours per week M-F Classification: Non-Exempt 9 Salary Range $17.22-$22.96 Basic Function: Support the Special Services Manager and Mental Health Consultant with meeting and exceeding Head Start Performance Standards and providing support to teachers, children and families. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reviews and provides feedback to teachers on Challenging Behavior Incident Reports. Schedules and participates in case reviews for any child who has 5 or more Incident Reports related to their behavior in a 1-month period. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations calmly. Strong knowledge of a variety of classroom management strategies and is able to share and role model these to classrooms in need of suggestions. Ability to present to large and small groups to conduct workshops and trainings. Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with staff, parents and professionals within the community. Work cooperatively with MVCAA staff and the Mental Health Consultant to support children with challenging behaviors and their families through both general observations as well as child and adult mental health referrals. Supports and assists with the monitoring of the need, completion, and execution of behavior plans that have been established by the Mental Health Consultant. Works collaboratively with the Mental Health Consultant to verify hours of service and submit to fiscal for payment. Knowledgeable of community resources related to mental health for children and families. Assists with data entry, collection and analysis. Understands and supports program School Readiness goals and objectives. Attends as needed Committee on Special Education Meetings. Understands, generates and documents in-kind and other allowable costs applied toward the non-federal share requirement. Adheres to agency personnel policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the successful execution of the program. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Child Life or Early Childhood Education preferred or an Associates in Early Childhood Education with a minimum of 3 years' experience. Good communication and advocacy skills. Willing and able to travel to all Head Start sites, trainings, visits, etc. as necessary and requested. Background check, fingerprint clearance and annual physical exam and TB. Ability to relate to people from varied backgrounds. For consideration, apply online at www.mvcaa.com/employment or send cover letter and resume to: Sarah Sandore, H. R. Director, 9882 River Rd., Utica, NY 13502 MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION is an E.O.E., M/F/D/V. Website: www.mvcaa.com

Attn: Sarah Sandore
9882 River Road
Utica, NY 13502
US