Serendipity Center Inc
Interventionist
Serendipity Center Inc, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97236
Transforming Education, Empowering Lives: Support as our Interventionist at Serendipity Center
Serendipity Center is leading the way in therapeutic education, offering a holistic approach that integrates Mental Health, Special Education, Wellness, and Transition Readiness. Our mission is clear: to empower students who need extra time, attention, and skill development to reach their full potential. As we grow,
we are seeking a dedicated Interventionist
to help guide our educational and administrative efforts.
Why Serendipity Center? At Serendipity Center, you'll find more than just a job - you'll find a community committed to excellence and support. As a private non-profit institution, we provide all the resources necessary for student success conveniently located on campus. Our commitment to small class sizes ensures that each student receives personalized attention, supported by a diverse team that includes teachers, Program Assistants, and a comprehensive array of professionals.
Perks and Benefits: Excellent PTO:
Enjoy plenty of time off (47.5 hours of PTO/ 1st year) allowing for a healthy work-life balance, including breaks during school closures calculated out to a minimum of 32 paid days off during the school year. Comprehensive Benefits:
Receive full health benefits starting on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Participate in our 403(B)-retirement plan with a match after 1 year. Professional Development:
Take advantage of ongoing professional development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career. Free Lunch:
Enjoy free lunches during scheduled school days prepared by our kitchen team, featuring fresh ingredients from our garden. Casual Dress Code:
Show up as your most authentic self and wear what makes you feel confident, comfortable and expresses your individual style. Collaborative Culture:
Work alongside passionate, mission-driven teammates who are dedicated to making a difference in students' lives. Growth Opportunities
: Benefit from opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive and synergetic environment.
You'll Drive the Mission By: Provides behavioral support outside the classroom with methods such as re-directing, positive reinforcement, academic support, and planning with students having difficult days or who have unmanageable behavior Supervises student activity in the hallways constantly, paying particular attention during transition points in the school day (for example: arrival, meals, breaks, restroom, etc.) in conjunction with other staff members Performs crisis intervention and physical management according to CPI training as need to maintain the safety of students, staff, and facilities Remains aware, available, and on-call for immediate crisis intervention as requested by other staff Provides intensive behavioral management to students using both positive and corrective feedback, rewards, follow up, coaching, planning, and other techniques Reinforces positive behavior of students meeting School expectations Maintains knowledge of each student's skill levels, strengths, challenges, learning modalities, goals, effective strategies, and mental health issues Establishes and maintains a rapport with students characterized by professionalism and respect Adapts interaction style for the needs of individual students Protects confidentiality of information related to students and families Reports to Program Director (or designated substitute) all suspicions of potential abuse, neglect, self-harm and/or endangerment of others Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings Facilitates crisis intervention de-briefings, as needed Advises classroom staff on intensive behavioral management Collaborates with other staff to provide creative solutions for difficult students Conducts searches of students identified for regular searches or as conditions require Maintains familiarity with Serendipity's safety protocols and implements all required instruction, drills, and procedures Attends and participates actively in regular department and other staff meetings. Mentor peers as requested to assist with orientation and training of new staff or staff new to position
What Makes You Qualified? Education/experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1-2 years' experience working with behaviorally at-risk children, or an equivalent amount of education and experience. Certification/Licenses:
Current CPI Trainer certification (may be obtained on the job) General Skills:
Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Must be able to effectively organize and prioritize work. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. Must concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work independently. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Computer Skills:
Proficient with email communication, Basic knowledge of word processing applications. General MS word, outlook, and data entry skill. Physical Demands
:
Ability to perform CPI.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: General office conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to assault by a student. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually average-moderate, but sometimes may be moderate and occasionally loud. Serendipity Center, Inc. will not discriminate against any individual with respect to employment or provision of services based upon that individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, disability, military status, gender identity, source of income or familial status. Additionally, Serendipity complies with Executive Order 11246, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Must pass a pre-employment Mental Health and Development Disability Services Division criminal records check.
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we are seeking a dedicated Interventionist
to help guide our educational and administrative efforts.
Why Serendipity Center? At Serendipity Center, you'll find more than just a job - you'll find a community committed to excellence and support. As a private non-profit institution, we provide all the resources necessary for student success conveniently located on campus. Our commitment to small class sizes ensures that each student receives personalized attention, supported by a diverse team that includes teachers, Program Assistants, and a comprehensive array of professionals.
Perks and Benefits: Excellent PTO:
Enjoy plenty of time off (47.5 hours of PTO/ 1st year) allowing for a healthy work-life balance, including breaks during school closures calculated out to a minimum of 32 paid days off during the school year. Comprehensive Benefits:
Receive full health benefits starting on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Participate in our 403(B)-retirement plan with a match after 1 year. Professional Development:
Take advantage of ongoing professional development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career. Free Lunch:
Enjoy free lunches during scheduled school days prepared by our kitchen team, featuring fresh ingredients from our garden. Casual Dress Code:
Show up as your most authentic self and wear what makes you feel confident, comfortable and expresses your individual style. Collaborative Culture:
Work alongside passionate, mission-driven teammates who are dedicated to making a difference in students' lives. Growth Opportunities
: Benefit from opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive and synergetic environment.
You'll Drive the Mission By: Provides behavioral support outside the classroom with methods such as re-directing, positive reinforcement, academic support, and planning with students having difficult days or who have unmanageable behavior Supervises student activity in the hallways constantly, paying particular attention during transition points in the school day (for example: arrival, meals, breaks, restroom, etc.) in conjunction with other staff members Performs crisis intervention and physical management according to CPI training as need to maintain the safety of students, staff, and facilities Remains aware, available, and on-call for immediate crisis intervention as requested by other staff Provides intensive behavioral management to students using both positive and corrective feedback, rewards, follow up, coaching, planning, and other techniques Reinforces positive behavior of students meeting School expectations Maintains knowledge of each student's skill levels, strengths, challenges, learning modalities, goals, effective strategies, and mental health issues Establishes and maintains a rapport with students characterized by professionalism and respect Adapts interaction style for the needs of individual students Protects confidentiality of information related to students and families Reports to Program Director (or designated substitute) all suspicions of potential abuse, neglect, self-harm and/or endangerment of others Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings Facilitates crisis intervention de-briefings, as needed Advises classroom staff on intensive behavioral management Collaborates with other staff to provide creative solutions for difficult students Conducts searches of students identified for regular searches or as conditions require Maintains familiarity with Serendipity's safety protocols and implements all required instruction, drills, and procedures Attends and participates actively in regular department and other staff meetings. Mentor peers as requested to assist with orientation and training of new staff or staff new to position
What Makes You Qualified? Education/experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1-2 years' experience working with behaviorally at-risk children, or an equivalent amount of education and experience. Certification/Licenses:
Current CPI Trainer certification (may be obtained on the job) General Skills:
Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Must be able to effectively organize and prioritize work. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. Must concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work independently. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Computer Skills:
Proficient with email communication, Basic knowledge of word processing applications. General MS word, outlook, and data entry skill. Physical Demands
:
Ability to perform CPI.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: General office conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to assault by a student. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually average-moderate, but sometimes may be moderate and occasionally loud. Serendipity Center, Inc. will not discriminate against any individual with respect to employment or provision of services based upon that individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, disability, military status, gender identity, source of income or familial status. Additionally, Serendipity complies with Executive Order 11246, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Must pass a pre-employment Mental Health and Development Disability Services Division criminal records check.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro