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Intervention SpecialistGersh Autism Academy • New York, NY, US
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Intervention Specialist

Intervention Specialist

Gersh Autism Academy • New York, NY, US
16 hours ago
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  • Full-time
  • Part-time
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For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student's unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom.

At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives.

Academy for Young Minds, powered by Gersh Autism, is seeking a full-time Intervention Specialist to join our team in Long Island City, NY . As a key member of our Intervention team, you will support the behavioral, emotional, and academic needs of students in a specialized setting for learners on the autism spectrum.

We're looking for someone who is compassionate, observant, and dedicated to helping students thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Intervention Specialist Responsibilities

  • Observe, manage, evaluate, and document all aspects of student behavioral issues and crisis interventions. This includes the effectiveness and efficiency of all intervention strategies and verbal and physical techniques employed.
  • Assess and maintain a functional environment for the intervention that preserves the dignity of the student in crisis and protects the safety of everyone involved
  • Ensure that throughout every phase of the intervention we are always providing the highest level of Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security

Crisis Prevention

  • Observe and interact with all students in various academic and classroom settings to build rapport with them and gain an understanding of what their deficits and behaviors are
  • Meet with classroom staff and service providers to discuss proactive strategies for managing and preventing outbursts and / or challenging behaviors
  • Observe staff interactions with the students and debrief with them on rapport building, behavior management, and crisis prevention
  • Crisis Intervention :
  • Utilize intervention techniques such as Collaborative & Proactive Solutions and Non-Violent Physical Crisis Intervention to deescalate students who are acting out verbally and / or physically and have become a danger to themselves or others
  • Ensure that all students are treated with the highest level of Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security
  • Teamwork Excellence Attitude Courage Heart
  • Intervention Specialist Data Collection And Analysis

  • Collect and review completed Intervention Worksheets daily
  • Attend team meetings as requested
  • Requirements

  • Must possess excellent writing and organizational skills.
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention preferred
  • Previous experience with crisis intervention with school age students required
  • Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of Management.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritize tasks are essential
  • Strong Interpersonal skills
  • Detailed oriented individual
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Effectively manages student crisis with dignity and respect
  • Anticipate and meet deadlines, complete assignments with consistent accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
  • Intervention Specialist Working Conditions

  • Must be able to multi-task and work in high pressure environment
  • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to bend, lift (up to 50 lbs), kneel, or stand for extended periods as needed
  • Must be able to move quickly in response to student behavior or safety needs
  • Comfortable working in active school environments, including transitioning between classrooms and engaging in student support activities
  • Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic hold) procedures.
  • Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
  • Benefits For Full Time Employees

    Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k matching)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Paid Company Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
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    23 - 23 USD per hour(Queens LIC)

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