Job Description
Description Essential Functions: Compliance Assure that all student environments are in compliance with minimum standards
Maintain student safety guidelines
Assure that students are free from neglect and abuse
Report allegations of neglect and abuse to TDFPS and/or Executive Director or his designee
Maintain student confidentiality
Assure that all students are properly supervised and cared for according to BAC Policy
Adhere to employee rules and company policy
Report concerns to a supervisor
Relay information to supervisor and / or appropriate staff
Follow through with supervisor requests / assignments
Ensure that BAC is a harassment-free work place
Maintain educational atmosphere
Horticulture Therapy Serve as assistant to the Horticulturist
Care for greenhouse and school grounds (i.e. watering, weeding, harvesting, etc.) in the absence of the Horticulturist
Care for residential grounds (i.e. watering, weeding, harvesting, etc.) in the absence of the Horticulturist
Develop and maintain on-site gardens in conjunction with the Horticulturist
Implement planting calendar with necessary maintenance timelines with plants to be used for landscaping and for sale
Implement watering schedule(s)
Attitude Work cooperatively as a team member
Display positive work attitude
Support all areas of the program (Educational Program, Recreation, Animal Care, etc.)
Demonstrate professionalism
Treat staff and coworkers with respect
Promote positive image of BAC while in the community and dealing with community
Refrain from allowing personal opinions or biases to interfere with student progress
Model appropriate social behavior to students
Treatment of Students: Treat students with kindness, dignity, and respect
Implementation of Personal Knowledge and Skills Implement training and put into functional practice in all settings
General Comply with attendance requirements
Perform job requirements without requiring excessive supervision
Refrain from pursuing personal activities while on duty or allowing personal issues to interfere with work
Take initiative/self starter in carrying out job duties
Exhibit good time management skills
Submit all purchase receipts and records from of use of funds
Safety Demonstrate appropriate use and handling of tools and equipment
Perform maintenance and job duties within the scope of personal training and certification (i.e. spraying chemicals only with appropriate certification)
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Notify supervisor of need for additional or replacement PPE
Maintain safety guidelines in work area cordoning off area(s) as appropriate
Demonstrate appropriate use of chemicals
Ensure that hazardous material and / or chemicals are disposed of according to Hazmat and OSHA regulations
Ensure complete clean-up from repairs and maintenance (i.e. sweeping sidewalks or picking up debris)
Ensure that maintenance tools and equipment are in good repair and operating order
Ensure proper storage of tools and equipment when not in use preventing client access
Complete Equipment Use Logs to check out and return materials
Complete Daily Activity Logs as outlined in policies
Demonstrate knowledge of licensing standards from all governing agencies related to maintenance of the physical plant
Monitor and perform basic pest control to ensure grounds are pest-free and client safe (i.e. treat ant beds, snakes, rats, etc.)
Personnel File Maintain continuing education as appropriate including licenses, certification and training hours
Keep personnel folder in compliance
Other Any other assigned duties as outlined by Program Director or Executive Director
Personal Attributes: 1. Ability to lift fifty pounds. Must also stand, walk, squat, bend lift, and carry for
extended periods of time.
2. Have good physical endurance
3. Possess the ability to use good judgment in crisis situations
4. Demonstrate good verbal skills
5. Demonstrate the ability to work in special education environment
6. Demonstrate the ability to work well with others
7. Possess the ability to be flexible in task assignment
8. Have the ability to multi-task
9. Recognize safe and unsafe conditions
Working Conditions: - Working in head-house, residential campus, greenhouse and outdoor settings as activity dictates and as scheduled by supervisor
- With students throughout the day
- Students exhibit aggressive behavior
- Tobacco-free / smoke-free environment
- Drug and alcohol-free work environment
Risks: - Injuries related to equipment use
- Injuries related to lifting
- Exposure to the elements
- Sun exposure
- Exposure to chemicals and other hazardous materials
- Exposure to open wounds
- Risk of physical aggression, including human bites, by a clientstudent
- Exposure to body fluids
- Risk of injury from animals
- Contagious diseases
Protective Equipment: Access to: Must Adhere to Dress Code for Safety (see policies for further details): - Gloves
- Goggles Must Wear:
- Masks Closed Shoes (toe and heel)
- Respirators Appropriate clothing based on activity or machinery being
- Spill Kit (apron, goggles) used
- Mouth Barrier
- Back Support for lifting
- Sunscreen
Job Skills / Requirements: A. Education:
Minimum High School Diploma / GED
- Certification:
CPR
First Aid
C. Training:
As outlined on Training Calendar
D. Other Requirements:
1. Must pass Criminal History Check
2. Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (initial and on-going)
Physical Demand Standing
VH
Pushing/Pulling
VH
Crouching
VH
Balancing
VH
Jumping
M
Sitting
L
Reaching
VH
Crawling
M
Vision
VH
Holding
VH
Walking
VH
Handling
VH
Bending
VH
Hearing
VH
Laying/Rolling
L
Lifting
VH
Fine Dexterity
VH
Twisting
M
Talking
H
Carrying
VH
Kneeling
VH
Climbing
M
Foot Controls
M
Strength Codes :
S -Sedentary
L -Light
M -Medium
H -Heavy
VH -Very Heavy
Requirements Job Skills / Requirements: A. Education:
Minimum High School Diploma / GED
- Certification:
CPR
First Aid
C. Training:
As outlined on Training Calendar
D. Other Requirements:
1. Must pass Criminal History Check
2. Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (initial and on-going)
Physical Demand Standing
VH
Pushing/Pulling
VH
Crouching
VH
Balancing
VH
Jumping
M
Sitting
L
Reaching
VH
Crawling
M
Vision
VH
Holding
VH
Walking
VH
Handling
VH
Bending
VH
Hearing
VH
Laying/Rolling
L
Lifting
VH
Fine Dexterity
VH
Twisting
M
Talking
H
Carrying
VH
Kneeling
VH
Climbing
M
Foot Controls
M
Strength Codes :
S -Sedentary
L -Light
M -Medium
H -Heavy
VH -Very Heavy Bayes Achievement Center
Job Tags
Outdoor, Flexible hours,