Educational Support Counselor (Bloomfield Academy)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The Educational Support Counselor (ESC) provides guidance, supervision, mentoring, and training to students and individuals across various educational and vocational settings, as well as supports children, adolescents, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed care in a therapeutic, supportive, and person-centered environment. Responsibilities include implementing behavior management strategies, assisting with instructional activities, supporting vocational training, and ensuring a safe and structured environment. This position requires flexibility to work across different settings and locations as needed. WORK SCHEDULE: Positions aligned with school-based or transitional programming follow a 219-day schedule (37.5 hours/week) that aligns with the academic calendar. Flexibility is also required for varied shifts, community-based travel, and vocational site coverage. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: - Facilitate the orderly transition of individuals/students between residential programs, academies, and job sites. - Provide one-on-one...