Gersh Autism Academy
Intervention Specialist (Long Island City)
For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. This role supports the behavioral, emotional, and academic needs of students in a specialized setting.
Responsibilities
Observe, manage, evaluate, and document all aspects of student behavioral issues and crisis interventions, including effectiveness of all intervention strategies and verbal and physical techniques employed.
Assess and maintain a functional environment for the intervention that preserves the dignity of the student in crisis and protects the safety of everyone involved.
Ensure throughout every phase of the intervention we provide the highest level of Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security.
Observe and interact with all students in various academic and classroom settings to build rapport and identify deficits and behavioral patterns.
Meet with classroom staff and service providers to discuss proactive strategies for managing and preventing outbursts and challenging behaviors.
Observe staff interactions with the students and debrief with them on rapport building, behavior management, and crisis prevention.
Utilize intervention techniques such as Collaborative & Proactive Solutions and Non‑Violent Physical Crisis Intervention to deescalate students who are acting out.
Ensure that all students are treated with care, welfare, safety and security.
Data Collection & Analysis
Collect and review completed Intervention Worksheets daily.
Attend team meetings as requested.
Requirements
Excellent writing and organizational skills.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention preferred.
Previous experience with crisis intervention with school‑age students required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with all levels of management.
Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks.
Detail oriented.
Maintain confidentiality.
Effectively manage student crisis with dignity and respect.
Meet deadlines and complete assignments with consistent accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Working Conditions
Must be able to multi‑task and work in a high‑pressure environment.
Schedule
8 AM – 3:30 PM (and once a week until 4 PM for a team meeting).
Physical Requirements
Ability to bend, lift (up to 50 lb), kneel, or stand for extended periods.
Must be able to move quickly in response to student behavior or safety needs.
Comfortable working in active school environments, including transitioning between classrooms and engaging in student support activities.
Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, implement CPI (therapeutic hold) procedures.
Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, lift a child.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401(k) matching)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
Training & Development
Pay Range
23 – 23 USD per hour (Queens, NY)
Job Details
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Education Administration Programs
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Responsibilities
Observe, manage, evaluate, and document all aspects of student behavioral issues and crisis interventions, including effectiveness of all intervention strategies and verbal and physical techniques employed.
Assess and maintain a functional environment for the intervention that preserves the dignity of the student in crisis and protects the safety of everyone involved.
Ensure throughout every phase of the intervention we provide the highest level of Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security.
Observe and interact with all students in various academic and classroom settings to build rapport and identify deficits and behavioral patterns.
Meet with classroom staff and service providers to discuss proactive strategies for managing and preventing outbursts and challenging behaviors.
Observe staff interactions with the students and debrief with them on rapport building, behavior management, and crisis prevention.
Utilize intervention techniques such as Collaborative & Proactive Solutions and Non‑Violent Physical Crisis Intervention to deescalate students who are acting out.
Ensure that all students are treated with care, welfare, safety and security.
Data Collection & Analysis
Collect and review completed Intervention Worksheets daily.
Attend team meetings as requested.
Requirements
Excellent writing and organizational skills.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention preferred.
Previous experience with crisis intervention with school‑age students required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with all levels of management.
Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks.
Detail oriented.
Maintain confidentiality.
Effectively manage student crisis with dignity and respect.
Meet deadlines and complete assignments with consistent accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Working Conditions
Must be able to multi‑task and work in a high‑pressure environment.
Schedule
8 AM – 3:30 PM (and once a week until 4 PM for a team meeting).
Physical Requirements
Ability to bend, lift (up to 50 lb), kneel, or stand for extended periods.
Must be able to move quickly in response to student behavior or safety needs.
Comfortable working in active school environments, including transitioning between classrooms and engaging in student support activities.
Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, implement CPI (therapeutic hold) procedures.
Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, lift a child.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401(k) matching)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
Training & Development
Pay Range
23 – 23 USD per hour (Queens, NY)
Job Details
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Education Administration Programs
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