Mount Laurel Walk-In Interviews: Wednesday, October 28th - ABA Direct Support & Direct Support Professionals

Bancroft • Mount Laurel, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring team members for its children's residential programs, including Direct Support Professionals, ABA Direct Support Associates, Licensed Behavior Analysts, and LPNs. This posting describes Direct Support Professional and ABA Direct Support Associate positions, as well as qualifications and pay information for Licensed Behavior Analysts and LPNs. The roles support children and teens with developmental disabilities through care, individualized plans, and assistance with daily living skills.

Direct Support Professionals use ABA methods and techniques to teach life skills, carry out behavioral treatment plans, and help individuals work toward goals and eventual transitions to other residential environments. They assist with personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping; encourage independence through personalized care plans; plan community events and outings; and communicate with residents, families, and guardians as part of a supportive team.

The event listing gives 40-hour schedules for Direct Support Professionals and ABA Direct Support Associates, including evening and overnight shifts. Some programs may have additional education and experience requirements. The work can involve redirecting aggressive behavior and may be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. Bancroft describes a close-knit care team and opportunities for personal growth and clinical learning.

Requirements

• For Direct Support Professionals: high school diploma or GED.
• For Direct Support Professionals: prior experience in a related field is preferred and required for more acute programs.
• For Direct Support Professionals: current college students or recent graduates are desired.
• For Direct Support Professionals: valid, non-provisional driver's license in good standing.
• 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.
• 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 have a high school diploma or GED.
• All compassionate team members must work well in teams, be open to learning new skills, and be able and willing to work weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Prior nursing experience working with people with developmental disabilities and/or traumatic brain injuries is preferred for LPNs.
• A Ph.D. 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.
• Empower children to develop daily living skills and encourage independence through personalized plans of care.
• Plan events and outings to build the Bancroft community.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team and hold one another accountable.
• Communicate with residents, families, and guardians.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 each year.
• Tuition loan repayment assistance.
• Discounted tuition at local colleges and universities.
• Retirement savings programs.
• Generous paid time off.
• Medical and dental insurance.
• Clinical research and learning opportunities, including work with ABA leaders and supervision hours toward BCBA or BCaBA requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED