Classroom Assistant II (Adult Program)

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Classroom Assistant II (Adult Program) Job Category AFSCME 1761 (COLT) Department GSAPP-Douglass Devt Disab Ctr Overview Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking Classroom Assistant II (Adult Program) for the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center.Among the key duties of this position are the following:Assists the certified Program Coordinator/BCBA in providing educational and behavioral programming for clients with developmental disabilities at the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center - Adult Program.General Summary:Under the direct supervision of the certified teacher, assists in providing educational and/or behavioral programs for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students, some or all who may have special needs or assists in providing educational and/or behavioral programs for adults with special needs. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 09 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 30869.220 Annual Mid Range Salary 36190.300 Annual Maximum Salary 41511.370 Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requires a high school/vocational school education or equivalent and some relevant experience working with children.Positions that support certified special education teachers/teachers of the handicapped, who work predominantly with developmentally disabled or other special needs populations, also require the ability to work with children and/or young adults with autism or other special needs.Must be able to communicate effectively, have effective client service skills, and have the ability to instruct and provide support to the specific student population.Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.May require the ability to use specialized instructional and/or record-keeping instruments.Required to obtain certification in CPR/First Aid within six months of employment. Certifications/Licenses Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver's license would be required for this position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Some previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities/autism.The ability to work well with adults with autism who are educationally, physically, and behaviorally challenged.Competent communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Educational materials and software.Microsoft Excel spread sheet/graphing program. Physical Demands and Work Environment Employee must be physically active and be on feet most of the day. Duties may involve running/standing with individuals with autism (adults) and driving vans.Following training must be physically capable of safely providing crisis management techniques including restraining, lifting, and blocking individuals with challenging behavior.Crowded and moderately noisy conditions with children, adolescents, adults, and staff moving about. Special Conditions May require a valid driver's license, two years of driving experience, and successful completion of the Rutgers' Defensive Driving Course.Clean driving record.In accordance with New Jersey State law, applicants must agree to undergo, and authorize the university to conduct fingerprint, criminal history and/or child-abuse record checks with various law enforcement agencies, including but not limited to: the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Identification Division and/or The New Jersey Division of State Police Bureau of Identification.Applicants must also assume any costs incurred by the university associated with the background investigations whether required by statute or not. In accordance with state mandated requirements, a Mantoux test will be administered to successful applicants to verify the absence of tuberculosis.In addition, the successful applicant, at the cost of the university, will be required to be inoculated against Hepatitis B, unless the successful applicant waives this vaccination in writing.In accordance with NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities, successful applicant must submit a drug test prior to hire and during employment random testing is conducted. The cost of the test is incurred by NJ DDD. Posting Details Posting Number 23ST2178 Posting Open Date 08/10/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 8/18/2023. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well. Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Douglass (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 60.1.35 , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. 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For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement