Monday, September 21, 2015

Behavior Interventionist - entry level 9/11/2015


Employer Name:
Easter Seals Bay Area
Posting Date:
2015-09-01
Schedule:
Day,Night
Job Title:
Behavior Interventionist-Entry Level
Work Location:
Hayward
Salary:
 
Type of Employment:
Permanent
Full/Part Time:
Part Time
Benefits:
Yes

 

 

Job Description:

Behavior Interventionist– Enjoy working with Children with Autism using ABA
Easter Seals Bay Area

 

-Working with Children - Special Needs

-Entry Level – Training Provided

-Variable Hour Position  includes Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Mileage, Drive Time and Paid Time Off

 

This is a wonderful job opportunity where you will be working as a Behavior Interventionist at Easter Seals Bay Area, making a difference and changing lives


  Multiple Positions Available in our Northern California locations:  Hayward, Castro Valley, Dublin, Fremont, Pleasanton, and San Leandro


 Easter Seals Bay Area is in a period of expanded vision and planned growth! This is an exciting time to join our dynamic team of people who are passionate about their work! Join us and let's make a difference together!

 Easter Seals Bay Area provides comprehensive in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), 14 months and older, and their families. In addition, Easter Seals places a strong emphasis on the professional development of its staff and offers extensive support and training to all of our employees.

 Because we work with school-aged children, availability to work during the late afternoon/early evening hours is required.

 

Essential Job Functions:
 Under supervision of the Program Supervisor and/or Clinical Manager, implements in-home/community-based intervention for children diagnosed on the autism spectrum.
 Travels to home and other community settings, as required, to deliver services.
 Responsible for meeting established minimum productivity requirements, while providing efficient and effective service in all areas of performance.

Completes necessary documentation within required timeframe, including behavioral data collection and graphing, treatment notes, and other company-related documents and current ABA treatment plans for each client.

Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in ABA and related fields.

Attends staff meetings, trainings, and other meetings as requested.

Responsible to complete additional job duties as assigned by Supervisors/Management.

 

Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent to:
 High School diploma required; relevant experience preferred.

 

Required Qualifications:

Sensitivity to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
 Ability to communicate effectively verbally, hearing and in writing.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion pertaining to the work environment.

Ability to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations of ESBA; training provided.

Ability to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.

Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software and excel.

Ability to travel to multiple work sites; reliable transportation needed (proof of CA valid driver's license, current auto insurance identification card, and acceptable driving record per NIAC standards is required).

Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice and must pass a TB test.

Must have valid California Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.
 Ability to obtain CPR certificate
 


 

Skills and Qualifications:


Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in child development, special education, early childhood special education, pediatric therapy, social work or related field.

Recent experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and/or related developmental disabilities in a direct care capacity preferred.

Knowledge of evidence-based methodologies found to benefit children with ASD preferred, including Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-Handicapped Children (TEACCH), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), and Pivotal Response Training (PRT)

Previous experience providing education, coaching and support to families with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and/or related developmental disabilities a plus.

American Sign Language or bi-lingual ability.

 

Physical Requirements:

Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting in order to observe, assess, and interact with clients.

Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time, stand for up to 6-8 hours a day.

Frequent speaking and listening (50%) to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the phone.

Frequent driving (to and from office and client homes)

Occasional sitting and maintaining close visual attention to write reports and work at the computer.

Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials up to and including 25lbs to 50lbs used in home visits.

Ability to physically implement behavior management strategies including responding to physically aggressive behavior.
 

Easter Seals Bay Area is an equal opportunity employer

 

Additional Requirements:

 

 

 

How to Apply:

 Online

 

Contact Name: Jessica Newberry

Contact Number: 625-849-8961

Email: jnewberry@esba.org

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