Mount Laurel Walk-In Interviews: Tuesday, November 17th - ABA Direct Support & Direct Support Professionals

Bancroft•Mount Laurel, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring team members for its children’s programs, including Direct Support Professionals, ABA Direct Support Associates, Licensed Behavior Analysts, and LPNs. This job description provides details for several positions; the responsibilities and requirements below primarily describe the Direct Support Professional role and include role-specific requirements for the other listed positions where stated. Direct Support Professionals support children and teens by applying ABA methods and techniques, carrying out behavioral treatment plans, and helping individuals develop daily living skills and work toward greater independence. The work includes assistance with personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping; planning events and outings; and communicating with residents, families, and guardians. Team members work collaboratively and accountably, and may support transitions to other residential environments. Schedules are 40 hours per week and include various day, evening, and overnight shift options. Weekend availability is required. Bancroft describes the work as meaningful and team-oriented, with opportunities for personal growth, clinical research, and earning supervision hours toward BCBA or BCaBA requirements. The work may be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding, and can involve redirecting aggressive behavior and providing intervention. The posting also describes ABA Direct Support Associate positions, which require at least 60 college credits toward a relevant degree or a bachelor’s degree, and lists Licensed Behavior Analyst and LPN openings with separate qualifications and pay ranges. A hiring event is announced for Tuesday, November 17, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Welsh Campus Activity Center, 311 Walton Ave, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054.

Requirements

For Direct Support Professionals: high school diploma or GED.
For Direct Support Professionals: current, non-provisional driver’s license in good standing.
All compassionate team members must be at least 18 years old.
All compassionate team members must have a current, non-provisional, non-probationary driver’s license in good standing.
All compassionate team members must possess a high school diploma or GED, work well in teams, and be open to learning new skills.
Ability and willingness to work weekends.
For ABA Direct Support Associates: bachelor’s degree or current enrollment with at least 60 credits toward a degree in Special Education, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.
For Licensed Behavior Analysts: master’s degree with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field, and at least two years of related experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
For Licensed Behavior Analysts: BCBA certification and New Jersey licensure in behavior analysis.
For LPNs: graduation from an accredited nursing program and a current, valid New Jersey LPN license.

Nice To Haves

Prior related-field experience for Direct Support Professionals; required for some more acute programs.
Current college students or recent graduates are desired for Direct Support Professional roles.
Prior nursing experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or traumatic brain injuries is preferred for LPNs.
A PhD in a related discipline is desirable for Licensed Behavior Analysts.
Prior experience in functional assessment and treatment development is highly preferred for Licensed Behavior Analysts.
Prior management experience is preferred for Licensed Behavior Analysts.

Responsibilities

Apply ABA therapy methods and techniques to teach life skills and help children and teens achieve their goals.
Carry out ABA behavioral treatment plans and help prepare individuals to transition to other residential environments.
Assist with personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping.
Help children develop daily living skills and encourage independence through personalized plans of care.
Plan events and outings to build the Bancroft community.
Work as part of a supportive, accountable team.
Communicate with residents, families, and guardians.
For ABA Direct Support Associates: support individuals using ABA approaches and behavioral treatment plans.
For Licensed Behavior Analysts: conduct functional assessments and develop treatment plans, as applicable to the position.