Therapeutic School Support Specialist

New Haven Youth; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

New Haven Youth & Family Services seeks a School Support Specialist to help maintain a safe, therapeutic classroom. The role includes supervising students, counseling, crisis response, and implementing ITPs/IEPs while supporting teachers and staff with materials and documentation.

You will work in Vista, CA in an hourly, full-time capacity, with a focus on behavior modification, life skills, and collaborative care for at-risk youth.

Qualifications

• Education in a behavioral field or equivalent experience.
• CBEST credential or ability to obtain one preferred.
• Knowledge of Pro-ACT, Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI) and emergency procedures.
• Understand Turn-Around Teacher/Counselor principles and practices.
• Ability to follow supervision and contribute to a harassment-free environment.
• Ability to work under stress without causing danger or disruption.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a therapeutic environment through supervision, behavior modification, crisis intervention, and life skills instruction.
• Observe and respond to behavioral issues while encouraging social and life skills development.
• Prepare daily program schedules and implement treatment plans as directed.
• Provide educational support aligned with students’ IEPs.
• Support teachers by monitoring progress, correcting errors, and preparing materials.
• Document student behavior using New Haven protocol and reports.
• Operate company vehicles safely and report maintenance concerns.
• Administer medications following policy.

Skills

Behavioral field education

CBEST credential prep

Pro-ACT

LSCI

Turn-Around Teacher/Counselor

Interpersonal skills

Feedback adaptability

Stress resilience

Attendance reliability

Education

Behavioral field education

CBEST credential eligibility

Job description

New Haven Youth & Family Services seeks a School Support Specialist to help maintain a safe, therapeutic classroom. The role includes supervising students, counseling, crisis response, and implementing ITPs/IEPs while supporting teachers and staff with materials and documentation.

You will work in Vista, CA in an hourly, full-time capacity, with a focus on behavior modification, life skills, and collaborative care for at-risk youth.