Behavior Interventionist

Easterseals Southern California • CA-Santa Clarita US-CA-Valencia US-CA-Newhall US-CA-Canyon Country, CA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

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. We provide ongoing training and clearly defined career paths. This role offers the opportunity to learn and apply the scientific discipline of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a skill applicable in many career paths. There is also potential for career growth and advancement in divisions such as Research, Training, and Assessment. Candidates without experience are welcome to apply and will receive valuable training, including an education reimbursement program.

Requirements

• Passion for working with children.
• 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).
• Minimum of 6 months of exposure to/experience with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or other related developmental disabilities.
• Completed some college coursework or currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Must be available to work at least 20 hours per week within the specified work hours.
• Must reside in the areas of coverage (Santa Clarita, Newhall, Canyon Country, and surrounding areas).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children or people with disabilities and an interest in behavioral health.
• Preference for programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing, or related fields.
• Interest in 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home, ABA-based therapy sessions to families and children on the autism spectrum.
• Conduct therapy sessions, drive time, and complete administrative work at the same rate of pay.
• Be available for initial 2-week training schedule (M-F, about 35 hours).
• Lift, carry, and load/unload toys and materials for home visits.
• Frequently walk, bend, reach, squat, kneel, and twist to observe, assess, and interact with participants.

Benefits

• Guaranteed hours pay (paid for scheduled and available hours, regardless of cancellations, up to 30 hours per pay period for part-time staff).
• Ongoing paid training, supervision and support.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401k.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree