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Milieu Counselor
Description:
Functions as a member of the three person classroom team to support the educational process for students. Primary responsibilities pertain to behavior management and the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu.
About Manville School
Manville is an approved day school providing an innovative, integrated academic and therapeutic program. We service a diverse population of students from 35 different cities and towns in eastern MA. Students are referred from their public schools and all are on IEPs. Our students have a variety of emotional, behavioral, learning and/or neurological issues which impede their ability to function within their public school settings. We provide an interactive, hands-on curriculum which is fully aligned with MA Curriculum Frameworks. We offer excellent professional development, supervision, and support. Benefits and salary are competitive. 10-month school year.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Help maintain the learning environment through supervision of student time out and processing with students regarding their behavior according to Manville protocol.
- Provide crisis intervention and back up support as necessary and requested.
- Actively work with classroom team to develop appropriate behavioral interventions and individualized behavior plans for students.
- Collect and analyze daily behavioral data.
- Actively participate in weekly classroom meetings.
- Collaborate with counseling staff in the development and implementation of systems of accountability and repair work for students.
- Assist in the supervision of P.E. and recess.
- Communicate with parents/guardians regarding significant events.
- Facilitate dyad work for student conflict resolution.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in mental health related field.
- At least two years of related experience working with children. Demonstrated strong skills in communication and behavior management.
- Ability to be flexible and to work collaboratively. Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and safely. Strong skills in writing. Demonstrated capacity for therapeutic attunement, empathy, and creative problem solving. Good understanding of developmental, learning, multi-cultural and behavioral issues. Receptive to supervision and professional development.
Salary and Hours:
- Monday through Friday School Hours
- Salary Range: $24,600 - $28,000
Contact:
Please e-mail your resume with cover letter to jobs@jbcc.harvard.edu, or mail your resume and cover letter to Human Resources, Judge Baker Children's Center, 53 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120-3225.
