Paraprofessional

Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services • Holbrook, NY

2d

About The Position

Achieve Beyond is hiring part-time, hourly Paraprofessionals to provide pediatric ABA services to children throughout Long Island. The role provides direct instruction according to educational plans outlined by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), while working collaboratively with the BCBA and other Behavior Therapists. Paraprofessionals communicate with families after sessions and share resources and strategies to support consistency at home and in the community. They also collect daily data and organize each child's program book weekly while maintaining confidentiality.

Cases are available throughout Long Island. Services may take place in home-based and/or clinical settings. The starting hourly rate is $20–$25, depending on experience and availability; compensation is determined based on experience and education and discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working with special needs children ages 2–21 in a supervised setting, or successful completion of or current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field.
• Successful completion of Achieve Beyond's 30-hour classroom, online, or clinical observation training and a passing grade on the competency exam upon completion of training.
• Be self-motivated, a team player, and exercise patience and professionalism.
• Have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Have excellent communication skills with children, family members, and the supervisor.
• Be comfortable working in a home-based and/or clinical setting.
• Be able to travel to and from assigned cases, including by personal vehicle, walking, and/or public transportation such as a bus or train.
• Be able to climb and descend staircases, regularly lift 10 pounds, and sit on the floor, kneel, and/or crawl for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using ABA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct ABA instruction according to the educational plan outlined by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Participate in collaborative team meetings with the BCBA and other Behavior Therapists on the case.
• Communicate frequently with family members, provide debriefs at the end of each session, and share 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 certification maintenance.
• Access to continuing education workshops and trainings.
• Team-building meetings, events, and trainings.
• Career development support, including assistance with the process of becoming an RBT.
• Employee rewards for providing referrals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed