Office Assistant (Part-time)

SPARKS Learning Center•Springfield, VA

3d•$20 - $24

About The Position

Shine Your Light and Grow at SPARKS! We are a forward-thinking, leader in the autism services field in the DC Metro Area, and if you have a talent for connecting with children, we would love to talk with you! As a part of the SPARKS team you’ll have a unique opportunity to grow professionally and be part of a fun and connected workplace. The Office Assistant/Behavior Technician position is responsible for managing multiple tasks in a Learning Center for 15-20 hours a week and providing direct therapy to an assigned client for 15-20 hours a week. The assigned client may or may not be receiving therapy at the Learning Center.

Requirements

High School Diploma, required/RBT certification
Minimum of six months experience providing direct therapy to clients
Strong software proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Excellent upbeat telephone skills handling multiple incoming phone lines
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize effectively
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
Ability to quickly learn new software programs as needed.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in office setting is desired, but not required
Bilingual, Spanish fluency preferred

Responsibilities

General office duties including maintaining supply inventories, mail distribution, and sending/receiving packages
Monitoring activities at the Learning Center enter (e.g., staff sign-in, health screener completion, client drop-off/pick-up)
Create and organize small group activities for clients (e.g., circle time, crafts, brief games)
Create and maintain program materials used during intervention sessions
Assist in preparation for monthly training and orientation of new staff at the Learning Center (staff experience coordination)
Process I-9 Form to verify the identity and work eligibility of new employees hired
Responsible for keeping the office tidy and organized, including maintaining office equipment and decorating the area when appropriate
Facilitating repairs and maintenance
Answer the phone and retrieve voicemail. Respond to email in the OA mailbox
Assist with or manage same day staff and client cancellations. Assist or mange with client coverage as needed (e.g., identifying which BT should cover which client)
Coordinate with the territory operations team to assist with advance cancellation client coverage
Taking photos of staff events and coordinating with marketing
Additional responsibilities as requested by Clinical Director, Staff Support Manager, or other staff
Providing direct therapy to clients for 15-20 hours a week which include data collection, implementation of skill programs and behavior interventions and appropriate communication with family and supervisor.
Other responsibilities typically assigned to Behavior Technicians providing direct services to clients