Why You’ll Love This Job
Locally founded and run nonprofit organization seeking energetic individuals who enjoy working with children with special needs! We value the perspective of employees from varied backgrounds including LGBTQ and cultural diversity. This position involves implementing the science of ABA to teach social, self-help, academic, and living skills. You will support the clients with participating in a variety of fun activities as well as practicing vocational, daily living and social skills. Entry level and Team Leader positions available! Those with experience in group home settings, working with individuals with special needs, and day programs are eligible for hire at increased pay rates and advanced positions. Salary starts at $17.00/hr and increases with experience; Lots of room for advancement! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY and PAID TRAINING TO RECEIVE NATIONAL CERTIFICATION FOR REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT!
For a glimpse of daily life at the Center, please visit our social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/playdate.colorado
Instagram: @playdateaba
You will be an employee and not an independent contractor (1099). Therefore, the agency pays social security, unemployment tax, and professional liability insurance. All employees (including part time) are eligible for benefits.
Benefits for all staff include:
- ALL WORK HOURS PAID AT SAME HOURLY RATE (billable, non-billable, training, etc)
- Set your own Schedule
- Paid Ongoing training
- Culture of collaboration
- Recognition for your hard work through Agency points that you redeem for gift cards
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 75% of medical premium PAID BY AGENCY
- Retirement – Agency contributes up to 3% of gross annual salary even without employee contribution
- Life Insurance – 100% of premium PAID BY AGENCY
- Paid Leave for all employees regardless of part-time or full-time
- Free On-site childcare
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic intervention in the location scheduled in accordance with the policies and requirements of PlayDate as well as the service arrangements spelled out in the service plan.
- Responsibilities may include:
- Engaging in play
- Prompting social interactions
- Assisting with community engagement
- Preparing meals in accordance with dietary restrictions
- Maintain trainings and necessary certifications
- Data collection
As an ABA therapist, you’ll provide behavior support to improve the lives of individuals living with various disabilities. Your daily responsibilities may include writing behavior support plans, collecting data and working with a multidisciplinary team. You will work with clients one-on-one and in groups.
You look for ways to incorporate behavior treatment into every aspect of the client’s life. Communicating with teachers, parents, family members and other caregivers is an essential component of providing effective treatment.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
· High school diploma/GED
· Successful background check
· Employees must be willing/able to transport children in personal vehicle
Experience:
- Special needs: 1 year (Preferred)
Type: Full Time (Hourly)
Job ID: 137817