Behavior Interventionist II

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 $25-$28 per hour 

What’s 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!

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 driver’s 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, Wednesday 4PM-7PM. Candidates must be available to work at least 15 hours per week within this timeframe.

Areas of coverage (cases will be assigned based on where you live): Big Bear and Surrounding Area

1. Bachelor's Degree and 1 year exposure to children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities -or- currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with preference to programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field, plus 2 years exposure to children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities.
2. Must possess and maintain current Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) status.
3. Demonstrated competency in approaches to intervention, based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis; competency in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies, including discrete trial and naturalist teaching procedures, differential reinforcement, continuous and discontinuous measurement, and crisis/emergency procedures.
4. Must possess basic computer skills. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Skype, Outlook). Must be able to learn and use iPad and/or other assigned devices.
5. Ability to maintain positive customer interaction and professionalism, communicate effectively through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups; demonstrated ability to interact well with children and their families, and to maintain a positive affect.
6. Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
7. Ability to demonstrate good judgment, exercise discretion, and maintain a high level of confidentiality in handling sensitive situations and documentation.
8. Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.
9. Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or positive titer showing immunity. A signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.  
10. Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals of Southern California and/or program requirements. 
11. Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.