Behavior Specialist, Early Intervention Pediatrics - Per Visit

Virtua Health•Lippincott - 303 Lippincott Drive, CO

5d•$55 - $130•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Specialist provides child development evaluations and determines treatment goals and plans for behaviorally disordered toddlers, including children diagnosed with or suspected to have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The role involves assessing intervention effectiveness, educating families, and developing behavior management programs for home and community settings. This is an on-site, per-diem, part-time position at Virtua Health’s Lippincott location. The listed hourly rate is $55.00–$130.00.

Requirements

At least two years of experience providing direct care to individuals from birth to age 5 while implementing behavioral intervention programs.
A minimum of a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in special education, early childhood, or psychology.
Coursework in behavioral methodology for children.

Nice To Haves

Crisis Management Certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments, continually determine the effectiveness of interventions, and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
Communicate with families and provide education and literature suited to the child’s age, physical condition, developmental level, and cultural needs.
Develop behavior management programs for home and community settings.
Develop and implement age-appropriate reinforcement principles.
Maintain records that measure the effectiveness of behavioral programs, including mastery levels.
Complete evaluations, client records, reports, and other written documentation accurately and promptly in accordance with regulatory and departmental guidelines.
Communicate effectively with other team members, including program assistants, and use support staff as appropriate.