What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interventionist - Autism Spectrum Program position at Howard Center?
Provide treatment services to individuals ages 2-21 with an autism spectrum disorder. Services are provided in school and community settings and target teaching essential skills including social communication, adaptive behavior, daily living and functional learning skills.
Interventionists receive comprehensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as well as excellent supervision. To be considered for this position, you must have a reliable vehicle with an acceptable driving history.
Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 treatment and support to children with autism in home, school, and community based settings
- Using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, effectively implement treatment techniques
- Implement identified behavior management techniques
- Implement crisis intervention strategies when needed
- Collect/record daily data effectively
- Safely transport clients
- Complete clinical documentation
Requirements:
- 1 year's combination of experience, skills and/or education
- Valid driver's License use of a personal vehicle
- Ability to establish positive, therapeutic relationships with children while safely managing behavior
- Solid oral/written communication skills
Structure:
- Full time, 37.5 hours/week
- This is a union position
- This is a non-exempt position
- This position is paid hourly, at $19.18/hour
- We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience
Benefits:
- 36 paid days off
- 401k with up to 8% employer contribution
- Excellent Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability Insurance
- Child care stipend
Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.