Support Staff

TACT, a Denver-based non-profit, has the mission to encourage and empower individuals with autism through education and employment in the trades.

We happy to announce the launch of a new TACT culinary workforce training program in New York City, designed specifically for neurodivergent individuals. The program will launch this summer and will be based at Civic Hall—The Bernard Goldstein Center at Union Square.

With over a decade of demonstrated impact, TACT delivers a strength-based approach tailored 
to neurodivergent learners through its innovative individual based competency model. The New 
York City culinary program marks a targeted expansion into a high-demand field, creating 
accessible routes to employment and sustained career growth 

We are looking to bring aboard Support Staff to help us with this endeavor!
 

What You’ll Do

TACT Support Staff provide consultation or direct service in the areas of social, emotional, and behavioral functioning to meet the individual needs of clients to improve both academic/skill achievement, social competence, and increase independence goals. They often include diverse staff members whose main role is to ensure that clients learn in a supportive and safe learning environment. It is also their duty to enhance work climate by promoting the involvement of parent and family in education as well as to encourage trusting, positive client relationships. They should inhibit positive behavior and send uplifting messages to clients as they often connect with them throughout the day.

Compensation: 

$22/HR 

Schedule:

Beginning June 12th

10-12 weeks through the summer

Fridays & Saturdays-8am to 12pm

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Maintains a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth and rehabilitation.
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards.
• Assists teams in conducting functional behavioral assessments for individual clients in accordance with Federal and State laws and regulations; monitors and tracks progress to ensure positive outcomes for clients.
• Follows and records data for behavioral training protocols, collects, records, and summarizes data on observable client behavior.
• Creates and assists district staff with the development and implementation of behavior/learning intervention plans and other appropriate programs for clients who present behavior/learning challenges; serves as a resource for information regarding behavior/learning strategies and techniques.
• Designs, develops, and implements behavioral supports and services rooted in ABA methodology for district staff and clients.
• Assists in developing materials and providing resources for district staff using evidence-based methodologies, such as Applied Behavior Analysis, related to addressing the needs of clients.
• Provides transportation to and from shuttle service pick-ups using TACT vehicles.
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards.

You’re a great fit for this role if you have:

• A minimum of 1 year experience working with children and young adults with disabilities.
• Knowledge of special education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the clients.
• Working knowledge of behavior theory and human development.
• A minimum of 1 year implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Client-centered and relationship focused.
• Experience with common computer software including Microsoft Office.

• High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent.

  
  

About Us Apex Technical School is an adult vocational technical school located in Long Island City, New York, that provides top-tier vocational training in high-growth trades. Founded in 1961, Apex serves about 1,400 students annually with seven 900-hour certificate courses in skilled trades including refrigeration, automotive service, auto body, welding technology, electrical and advanced electrical, plumbing and construction. Apex certificate programs are highly regarded and have been shown to have a substantial positive impact on economic mobility—leading to entry level careers.

Apex is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and licensed by New York State Department of Education Apex offers job placement assistance, financial aid and work-study jobs to those who qualify.