Behavior Interventionist

Easterseals Southern California•Lancaster, CA

13h•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. Starting Pay: $24-$27.50 per hour based on experience. 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).

Requirements

People with a passion for working with children
Previous experience working with children or people with disabilities and an interest in behavioral health
A minimum of 6 months of exposure to/experience with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or other related developmental disabilities. Some examples include working with typically developing children in a group setting (children with demonstrated deficits or challenging behavior preferred), having a family member with ASD, a neighbor with a developmental disability, or even volunteer work in a classroom with a child with ASD, etc.
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 through Friday 3PM-8PM & Saturday 9AM-1PM. Candidates must be available to work at least 20 hours per week within this time frame.

Nice To Haves

Degree not required, but must have at least completed some college coursework or be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university. We have a preference to programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field.

Responsibilities

Provide in home, ABA based therapy sessions to families and children on the autism spectrum.
Be 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.
Provide proof of immunization records and TB.
Pass a background check and drug screening.
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 through Friday 3PM-8PM & Saturday 9AM-1PM. Candidates must be available to work at least 20 hours per week within this time frame.
Areas of coverage (cases will be assigned based on where you live): Santa Clarita, Newhall, Canyon Country, and surrounding areas.