Lead Aide

Job Title:

Lead Aide IPay Range:

Based on experience

Job Description:

Point Quest is Hiring a Lead Aide IPay: $24.00–$26.00/ hour
- Full-time; benefits eligible
- School sites
-Travel required; mileage reimbursement eligible
- Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance

The purpose of the position is to work closely with district teachers and behavioral aides to support them in their duties while providing behavioral support to students.

POSITION

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Academic & Behavioral Support Assists the teacher with implementing the students' Individual Education Plans (IEP)
Able to understand and implement a BIPProvides instructional support in content areas, as directed by the teacher

Participate in, and/or facilitate recreational activities of various sorts (i.e. athletic, arts, and crafts, off-campus trips, cultural awareness, etc.).Implement provided written assignments, as needed

Document and report all legal, education, and service records/files as needed.

Supports in record keeping, as directed by the teacher

Implements the classroom or social behavior management system, including coaching students so that they can quickly return to school tasks

Skill Competencies Review and evaluate the performance of all staff members to ensure the proper implementation of treatment/behavioral plans daily.

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Collaborate with school personnel with behavior support strategies.

Active Supervision Helps maintain the physical school environment to keep it functional, safe, and clean

Supervises students during class breaks and during lunch.

Assists students with eating, using the bathroom and moving from one classroom to another.

Maintains consistent awareness of client's whereabouts to ensure safety, including directing clients to appropriate groups or areas in the community or school. Including but not limited to, transportation transitions.

Reports daily attendance of students and staff to Supervisor.

Assists in maintaining Student Support Kits, and ensuring staff complete both monthly service and break logs.

Complete other responsibilities as assigned OBJECTIVES OR GOALS TO MEASURE PERFORMANCE:

Confidentiality Adherence to Company policies and procedures

Accurate work product

Timeliness in completing assignments

Positive team attitude

Taking initiative in unassigned tasks

Staff development and training

Improved personal professional growth and education

Demonstration of good decision making

Positive customer service attitude and communications

Excellent attendance and punctuality MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma, equivalent or two-year degree or equivalent combinations of training and experience

Valid Drivers license, own transportation and vehicle insurance

Experience working in a school or treatment setting for students with learning or social/emotional problems as a Behavioral Aide.

DOJ/FBI Live Scan Background & TB Clearance Pro-Act, CPI and/or CPR certification helpful

Working knowledge of standard business practices and procedures

Computer-literate; knowledge of standard company software applications, internet

Effective interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks

Problem-solving ability and proven accuracy with detailed information

Proficient written and verbal English language communication skills, including business writing and professional telephone manner

Reliability, dependability and flexibility WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Occasional exposure to dust, pollen and fumes

Requires frequent reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, running, carrying and lifting 50 or more lbs.

Must be able to see and hear within normal range with or without correction.

The noise intensity level is moderate to high
* This job description reflects management's assignment of essential job functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assignedPQI 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.

Work Location:

In person