Behavior Interventionist

Overview :

Easterseals Southern California has fantastic opportunities for individuals looking to begin or continue a career in the fields of psychology, behavioral health, or autism services. Our Behavior Interventionists provide in home, ABA based therapy sessions to families and children on the autism spectrum. Are you interested in gaining a greater understanding of autism and behavioral therapy? Do you love working with children? We provide ongoing training and clearly defined career paths.

Apply today! Starting Pay $24-$25 per hour

Whats great about working in this role?

Our Behavior Interventionists are paid the same rate for therapy sessions, drive time, and completing administrative work.

We offer Guaranteed hours pay. This provides that you will be paid for hours that you are scheduled and available to work, regardless of cancellations, up to 30 hours per pay period for part time staff.

Opportunity to learn and apply the scientific discipline of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This is a skill that can be applied in many different career paths

Career growth and advancement : Research, Training, Assessment, are some of the other divisions that will allow you to grow with us

Ongoing paid training, supervision and support to help you succeed and thrive. Candidates without experience are welcome to apply and receive our valuable training

Education reimbursement program

401k, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO)

Unlimited employee referral bonuses of $1,500 per referral!

Responsibilities :

What we are looking for :

People with a passion for working with children

Previous experience working with children or people with disabilities and an interest in behavioral health

Available to work in the afternoons / early evenings, and possible weekend morning hours

Must have own reliable transportation, and valid drivers license, auto registration and auto insurance

Proof of immunization records and TB.

Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

Must be available for initial 2 week training schedule (M-F, about 35 hours)

The position requires lifting, carrying, and loading / unloading toys and materials for home visits. Also frequent walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting in order to observe, assess, and interact with participants

Work hours : Our main working hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 12 : 30pm - 5 : 30pm.

Areas of coverage : Big Bear City and surrounding areas.

Qualifications : EXPERIENCE :

A minimum of 6 months of exposure to / experience with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or other related developmental disabilities. Some examples include working with typically developing children in a group setting (children with demonstrated deficits or challenging behavior preferred), having a family member with ASD, a neighbor with a developmental disability, or even volunteer work in a classroom with a child with ASD, etc.

EDUCATION :

Degree not required, but must have at least completed some college coursework or be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university. We have a preference to programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field.

This is a tremendous opportunity for people who have an interest in any of the following :

Autism, Behavior Analyst jobs, Social Skills, Developmental health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Services, Children, Behavior Therapist work, Behavioral Health, Behavior Specialist jobs, ABA Therapist, Childcare, Teacher Assistant, Teacher's aide, Preschool Teacher, Paraprofessional, Youth Programs, Direct Support Professionals, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Behavioral Health Technicians, Babysitting, Mental Health Specialist, Camp Counselor, Coach, Working with Children, and Caregiver.

Join us as we make a lasting difference each day by providing essential disability and community services to children, adults, and their families.

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