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OLV Human Services Behavior Support Supervisor (Intensive Treatment Program-Education) in Buffalo, New York

Behavior Support Supervisor (Intensive Treatment Program-Education)

125 Martin Rd, Buffalo, NY 14218, USA ● 650 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna, NY 14218, USAReq #563

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Are you a compassionate leader with a passion for supporting students and staff in a structured, positive learning environment? We are seeking a Behavior Support Supervisor to oversee our team of Behavior Support Technicians, ensuring a safe and effective school setting.

Our Intensive Treatment Education Program offers specialized educational services for students who are diagnosed with Autism or a Cognitive Disability paired with a mental health diagnosis. There are two separate sites conveniently located in Lackawanna, NY, servicing students ages 5-21 who are residentially placed or are referred through their local school district's Committee on Special Education.

To learn more about our school-based Intensive Treatment Program (ITP), click here: https://www.victoryed.org/

Benefits:

  • Paid School Breaks (approximately 7 weeks!)

  • Paid Holidays

  • Additional Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Health, dental (free insurance options!) & vision insurance options

  • Paid Employer sponsored life insurance

  • Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance

  • Up to $600 savings every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too!

Perks:

  • Small class sizes (6 students, 1 teacher and 3 behavior support technicians per classroom)

  • Casual dress code

  • OLV Tuition Reimbursement up to $7,200

  • Qualifying Non-For-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (click here to learn more: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation)

  • Take advantage of our Dental & Outpatient Mental Health services while working

  • Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement

  • $$ Employee referral program $$

Additional Information:

  • Salary based on relevant years of experience

  • Full Time position, Monday-Friday 7:30a-4p

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FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

The Behavior Support Supervisor is responsible for hiring, training and supporting the Behavior Support Technicians. This person will oversee daily routine and program expectations for the safe, quality daily operation of the school as well as model and demonstrate the agencies values. This person will work in collaboration of other Building Leadership for the daily building supervision at the school site. They will interact with families as appropriate to ensure and promote open and effective communication.

Essential Job Duties:

The Behavior Support Supervisor must be able to successfully perform all essential functions of the position.

  • Lead and support the Behavior Support Technicians with collecting, organizing and maintaining data.

  • Supervise Behavior Support Technicians and other direct classroom support staff.

  • Assist with the hiring process for Behavior Support Technicians.

  • Complete daily staffing assignments.

  • Oversee the development and implementation of the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan (CBMP) and Tier 1 interventions.

  • Work with classroom team to complete the Student Support Information Sheet (tier 1)

  • Complete fidelity checks for proper implementation of tier 1 supports and data collection.

  • Maintain data for the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan and Tier 1 interventions.

  • Assist the classroom teams with making student referrals for tier 2 and 3 supports.

  • Train new hires and classroom teams on the school wide Classroom Behavior Management Plan and other necessary tier one interventions.

  • Functional knowledge of Restorative Practices and the willingness to use RP techniques when managing situations between staff or students.

  • Collaborate with the Behavior Support Consultant on student needs for tier 2 and 3 supports.

  • Support staff and students during crisis interventions.

  • Leads necessary training approaches and best-practice behavior methods for all staff.

  • Assist with the completion of reports as necessary.

  • Create an environment that is comfortable for being open and honest about views, feelings, and opinions.

  • Motivate and encourage during new challenges, changes, or difficulties.

  • Ability to objectively assess situations and interactions, and offer suggestions for growth and ongoing feedback.

  • Conduct all duties, responsibilities, and daily activities in accordance with current best practice and ethical guidelines requirements.

  • Any other duty as requested by your Supervisor.

Skills:

  • Accurately applies knowledge of treatment approaches appropriate to the physical and developmental age of clients served

  • Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions.

  • Requires effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with various individuals both internal and external to the program. Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.

  • Ability to work well in a team environment.

  • Ability to prioritize and manage workload and deadlines.

  • Significant problem solving and diagnostic skills with the ability to quickly analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.

  • Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner.

Minimum Education Required:

  • Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Criminal Justice, Mental Health or related field

  • Preferred is a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, School Psychology or Mental Health Counseling

Minimum Experience Required :

At least 3-5 years in the development/implementation of classroom behavioral management plans and/or individual behavioral support plans with individuals who have developmental disabilities and/or mental health concerns using Function based strategies.

And

At least 1-2 years of supervisory experience.

License/Registration/ Certifications Required:

  • Valid NYS Driver’s License

  • Become a trainer in one of the program crisis curriculums (SCIP-R or Ukeru) within 1 year of hire

Training Requirements:

  • OLVHS’ New Hire Orientation

  • SCIP-R

  • Ukeru

Physical Requirements:

The overall nature of the position is sedentary requiring little physical effort with occasional light physical exertion required. There is little, if any, exposure to environmental conditions.

  • The constant physical demand of the position is sitting.

  • The frequent physical demands of the position are standing, walking, climbing, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.

  • The occasional physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling.

Other details

  • Job FunctionEssential

  • Pay TypeSalary

  • Employment IndicatorIs Supervisor

  • Min Hiring Rate$60,405.80

  • Max Hiring Rate$71,075.75

  • Required EducationBachelor’s Degree

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  • 125 Martin Rd, Buffalo, NY 14218, USA

  • 650 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna, NY 14218, USA

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