ASP Worker- DHH Behavior Support

About the Role

The After School Program Aide provides after-school care, including supervision of students and assistance with planning and conducting student activities.

Responsibilities

• Supports instruction and supervision for assigned students.
• Assists in screening and selecting materials and equipment for program use.
• Assists in maintaining assigned records.
• Attends After School Program staff meetings.
• Models appropriate behavior and monitors for student safety by recognizing potentially dangerous situations.
• Maintains a pleasant and professional attitude with staff, students, and parents.
• Employs a variety of behavior management techniques.
• Respects the cultures and values of families in the program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knows American Sign Language (ASL).
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn behavior support strategies with visual aids.

Skills

• Ability to perform multiple tasks and upgrade skills as needed.
• Proficiency in operating standard office equipment and software applications.
• Experience preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Adherence to safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to promote activities and events.
• Basic math skills and ability to read manuals, write documents, and present information.
• Understanding of complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of grammar and punctuation, child development stages, learning styles, and age-appropriate activities.
• Familiarity with school safety and security practices.
• Ability to schedule activities, collate data, and use job-related equipment.
• Flexibility to work with diverse individuals and data using varied processes.
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues and create action plans.
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups, maintain confidentiality, set priorities, and work as part of a team.
• Ability to handle constant interruptions.

Physical Requirements

• Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.
• Some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
• Significant fine finger dexterity.
• Job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing.

Continuing Education/Training

• Maintains all licenses and certifications.

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance.

Fair Labor Standards Act: Non-Exempt