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Mental Health Associate
Job Posted
11/27/2024
New Story School
Newington, CT
United States
Category
Clinical (RN,LPN/LVN,CNA,BHT Etc)
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Job Description
Job Description
Mental Health Associate at Rivermont Schools
8540 Cinder Bed Rd Lorton, VA 22079
Rivermont Schools provides special education for students ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across Virginia. We offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and use evidence-based strategies through our team of educators, behavior analysts, and therapists to help students overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
What we offer:
Consistent Pay
: Same hourly rate for all work, with no differentiation between billable and non-billable hours, and no reductions for student cancellations
Schedule:
35 to 40 Hours, 7:30am-3:30pm Monday to Friday (No nights, No weekends)
Paid Time Off:
"12 days of PTO plus school holidays, and spring, winter and summer break pay*
Tuition Assistance and Reimbursemen
t:"We support our employees' growth by offering opportunities to continue their education and achieve success.
Health & Wellness:
Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Bereavement Leave, Short Term Disability (STD)
Retirement Plan
: 401(k) with company matching
Job Responsibilities:
Assist the lead teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs
Provide support in the classroom by helping students with their academic tasks, including literacy and math activities.
Assist students with self-help skills, including toileting, feeding, and personal hygiene, to promote independence.
Monitor student progress and behavior, providing feedback to teachers to help adjust teaching strategies, as necessary.
Qualifications:
At least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
A genuine passion for working with children, along with patience and compassion
Preferred/Nice to have:
Associate or bachelor's degree in psychology or related field
Experience working with children with special needs or autism through volunteer work, employment, or other relevant experiences
New Story and its affiliated brands are proud to be equal opportunity employers, celebrating diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and drug-free environment for both our employees and the students we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.