Duties and Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities:
• Provide 1:1 behavior intervention services in the clinic for children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
• Implement educational and clinical behavioral programs as directed by the Pediatric ABA Behavior Analyst
• Collect data, as directed by the Pediatric ABA Behavior Analyst, during every session
• Collaborate with Pediatric ABA Behavior Analyst in developing individualized goals and objectives for clinic-based programs for each individual on caseload
• Maintain and modify client materials (e.g., data notebooks, teaching materials) as directed by the Pediatric Behavior Analyst and VIA policy
• Conduct caregiver training as necessary
• Attend regular team meetings with the Pediatric ABA Behavior Analyst to review client progress
• Complete all necessary documentation in a timely and satisfactory manner as requested by Supervisor
• Maintain a billable caseload of as required by the program director hours per week and document billable hours according to VIA policy and state and federal regulation
Punctuality/Attendance
• Employee comes to work when scheduled
• Attends meetings as scheduled by supervisor and administrative staff
• Maintains weekly schedule and communicates availability to entire outreach team as required
Availability
This position would be scheduled to work Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred and/or experience in Psychology, Education, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Human Development or related field
• Minimum of six months of experience working with children (special needs preferred)
• Valid driver’s license required
The position may involve working with clients who exhibit challenging and/or aggressive behavior.
Physical Requirements
The ability to move independently throughout a wide range of environments, some of which may not be wheelchair or otherwise handicapped accessible, is required. Independent transportation to locations that may not be served by public transportation may be necessary.
Amount of Time: Continuously (67%-100%) Frequently (34%-66%) Occasionally (10%-33%) Rarely (1%-9%)
Bending: Continuously
Carrying: Frequently
Climbing: Occasionally
Crawling : Continuously
Kneeling : Occasionally
Lifting: Frequently
Pulling: Frequently
Pushing: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Restraining: Frequently
Running: Frequently
Sitting: Continuously
Squatting: Frequently
Standing: Continuously
Walking: Continuously
Pounds:
Carrying: Medium weight, 20-50 lbs.
Lifting: Medium weight, 20-50 lbs.