Behavior Interventionist - East County San Diego- work with kiddos

Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis•Alpine, CA

3d•$23 - $26

About The Position

For over 40 years, IABA has provided high-quality, person-centered treatment for children and their families. The Behavior Interventionist is a key team member who delivers evidence-based, person-centered interventions for children with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. The role provides one-to-one intensive intervention to help clients develop skills for integration into school and community settings. Using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and positive-only methods, the Behavior Interventionist supports children in their homes and communities. The work includes implementing personalized treatment plans, reinforcing desired behaviors, and developing play, self-care, cognitive, social, and communication skills. This part-time role is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with 10–20 hours of work per week.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Valid California driver’s license and auto insurance.
Pass LIVESCAN (DOJ/FBI) screening and provide a DMV printout, proof of a valid driver’s license and insurance, and current TB clearance.
First aid and CPR training.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including data entry in Excel and Word for digital logbooks.
Proficiency with web-based online learning and desktop/mobile scheduling platforms.
Ability to take accurate data while conducting discrete trials, meeting 80% data reliability as measured by supervisor observation.
Ability to implement behavior support plans and MEBS plans accurately, meeting 80% implementation reliability as measured by supervisor observation.
Ability to implement case-specific DRO and DRA differential reinforcement procedures for the duration of sessions.
Ability to implement discrete-trial teaching according to SD-R-SR+ criteria with 80% fidelity.
Ability to implement least-to-most prompting strategies with 80% fidelity.
Ability to implement play-based interventions and DTT play strategies with 80% fidelity.
Ability to adapt to a variety of situations and remain calm under stress.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

Prior job-related experience using Applied Behavior Analysis with children with autism or other developmental disorders.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct one-to-one intervention to children and families in home and community settings.
Implement personalized treatment plans and behavior support plans, including proactive and reactive strategies.
Use ABA strategies, including discrete-trial teaching, least-to-most prompting, differential reinforcement, and play-based interventions.
Collect accurate client data during sessions and maintain accurate client and administrative records.
Drive between work sites.
Attend and participate in training and group supervision.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience and ABA coursework.
Earned paid time off/vacation for full-time employees.
Paid sick time.
Regular training, support, and mentorship from IABA supervisors.
Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
Comprehensive paid training at hire and on an ongoing basis.
Potential to receive BCBA supervision hours when enrolled in a qualified master’s program.
Paid drive time and mileage.
Opportunities for advancement.
Opportunities to earn rewards and recognition based on clinical and administrative performance.
Cell phone reimbursement.