The COMPASS School is seeking a caseworker/child worker to work as part of a team to support students in and out of the classroom, maintain communication with outside service providers and families, provide non-violent crisis prevention which includes physical restraints, and work as a vital member of each student's treatment team. The students of COMPASS have emotional/behavioral disorders, along with specific learning disabilities. Students range in age from 6-21 years of age.
***This is a 10 month job with the option of working in our 6 week summer school for additional pay
***All workers who drive a regular pick-up route will receive an additional $4,000 stipend
Responsibilities:
* Work with clinical and teaching staff to implement COMPASS Behavior Management System
* Serve as effective liaison between students, their families, foster families and other agencies
* Monitor and follow up with students regarding their school attendance
* Organize and maintain all appropriate records on assigned students
* Provide Crisis Prevention Intervention to students displaying escalated behaviors, which includes physical restraints
* Provide transportation to and from school with a provided vehicle. 7d license required
Qualifications and Skills
* A bachelors degree is preferred but not required
* Experience working in a school or residential setting with children/teens challenged with learning disabilities and cognitive disorders is preferable.
* Experience working with behaviorally challenged students a plus
* Experience in non-violent crisis prevention is preferred but not required
* Eligible for a 7d license required (MA drivers license, clean driving record)
* Clean driving record for at least 12 months required
COMPASS is a private, non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to serving high-risk economically disadvantaged youth, adolescents, and families who have a history of behavioral, social, emotional, and educational disabilities. Using a team approach, COMPASS works to develop and enhance the confidence and abilities of youth and families by providing services in safe, nurturing and motivating environments. Our services include: education, crisis intervention, diagnostics, outreach, advocacy, vocational preparation, enrichment activities, emergency resources, and individual and family support services.
COMPASS is a supportive environment with generous benefits including a robust health & dental plan, life insurance, Long Term disability insurance, education tuition reimbursement and retirement savings.'
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Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a clean driving record of at least 3 years?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- special education or residential: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person