Paraprofessional/Behavior Therapist- Yonkers
About The Position
Achieve Beyond is hiring part-time, hourly Paraprofessional/Behavior Therapists to provide pediatric therapy services in Yonkers and surrounding areas. The role provides direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) instruction to children according to educational plans developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Therapists collaborate with the BCBA and other Behavior Therapists, communicate with families, and collect and organize program data. The position requires comfort working in a home-based setting. Achieve Beyond provides training and use of a paperless billing and data collection system, full practice management support, access to continuing education workshops and trainings, and team-building meetings, events, and trainings. Compensation is based on experience and education; the stated hourly rate is $19–$25.
Requirements
- At least 1–2 years of experience working with children ages 2–21 in a supervised setting, or successful completion of or current enrollment in an undergraduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field.
- Successful completion of Achieve Beyond's 20-hour classroom training and a passing grade on the competency exam upon completion of training.
- Self-motivated, a team player, and able to exercise patience and professionalism.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills with children, family members, and supervisors.
- Passion for helping children and families and providing services to high standards.
- Comfortable working in a home-based setting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using ABA is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct ABA instruction according to the educational plan outlined by the BCBA.
- Participate in collaborative team meetings with the BCBA and other Behavior Therapists assigned to the case.
- Communicate frequently with family members by providing debriefs at the end of each session and sharing resources and strategies for use at home and in the community.
- Collect daily data and organize the child's program book weekly.
- Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Benefits
- Training and use of a paperless billing and data collection system.
- Full practice management support, including intake, staffing, billing, authorization tracking, insurance correspondence, and maintenance of certifications.
- Access to continuing education workshops and trainings; Achieve Beyond is an ASHA and BACB ACE provider.
- Team-building meetings, events, and trainings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
