Behavior Interventionist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20-$29 per hour

Behavior Highwayis seeking 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.

Whats great about working in this role?

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

What we are looking for:

• People with a passion for working with children
• Previous experience working with children or people with special needs 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. Must be fully vaccinated against Covid including a booster, if eligible
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• 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 clients

Work hours: Monday thru Friday 3PM-8PM are our highest need. We can be flexible with candidates who desire to work less than 5 days per week. This is a part time position, typically about 20 hours per week.

Areas of coverage (cases will be assigned based on where you live): Pomona, La Verne, San Dimas, Chino, Chino Hills, West Covina, Glendora, Upland, and other surrounding areas

Qualifications: High School Diploma, Bachelor's degree preferred

EXPERIENCE:

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 prefer students in programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field.

This is a great 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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 30 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person