Intervention Specialist - Merakey

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking an Intervention Specialist to join our team at our program in Mount Pleasant, PA.

Earn $20.95/hour Full-time Monday-Friday.

Position Details

The intervention specialist provides behavioral modification support to the classroom. This position will also implement Positive Behavior Support Plans and classroom behavior modification techniques, as well as engage in data collection and progress reporting. Facilitate individual and group interventions/crisis management under the direction of a licensed clinician (LPC/LSW/BCBA) or certified Special Education Teacher.


* Work one-on-one or with group in school setting
* Able to pass and implement safety care training, as needed, including recognizing antecedent behavior, utilizing de-escalation techniques, applying physical techniques when warranted for the safety of the student and others in proximity, and properly documenting all interventions.
* Verbal processing of events and other therapeutic services as needed
* Follow Clinical guidance from certified clinician
* Co-facilitate group session with certified clinician. Facilitate group session independently when certified clinician is not available.
* May perform other related duties, when required or assigned.

To make a difference in a child’s life – apply today at www.merakey.org/careers

Requisition number: 93919

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!


* DailyPay
* Work/Life Balance
* Flexible Schedules
* Cell Phone Discount Plans
* Employee Referral Bonuses
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.



Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!



Our ideal candidate will possess one of the following:


* Bachelors in related field with 1-year relevant experience, or.
* Associates in related field with 2 years’ relevant work experience, or.
* Registered Behavior Technician with 4 years’ relevant work experience

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled