Social Skills Associate Facilitator

Easterseals Southern California•Covina, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Social Skills Associate Facilitator implements planned social skills interventions in a center-based setting and trains participants on evidence-based strategies through modeling and feedback in a social skills group. The role helps increase and maintain participants’ social targets using intermittent and natural schedules of reinforcement, recording data, writing session notes, and debriefing weekly with the Social Skills Lead and Program Manager Facilitator. The facilitator provides specialized intervention and teaching strategies grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to teach social skills targets to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or other developmental disabilities, as outlined in treatment plans. The position also supports preparation of the learning environment, documentation and data collection, clinical planning, group lesson and activity planning, and administrative tasks. Starting pay is $27.40 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or current enrollment in an accredited college or university; programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing, or a related field are preferred.
Two years of exposure to children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities, as stated with the education requirement.
Current Registered Behavior Technician certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
One year of experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities.
Competency in ABA-based intervention approaches and behavior-analytic methodologies, including discrete-trial and naturalist teaching procedures, differential reinforcement, continuous and discontinuous measurement, and crisis/emergency procedures.
Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Teams; ability to learn and use an iPad and/or other assigned devices.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, maintain positive customer interactions and professionalism, work cooperatively with varied individuals and groups, interact well with children and families, and maintain a positive affect.
Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive situations and documentation.
Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and TB test.
Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or a positive titer showing immunity; a signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation, as required by Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
Ability to travel locally and maintain a driving record compliant with Transportation Safety Standards, auto insurance, and vehicle registration.
Physical requirements include occasional carrying/lifting of 0–30 pounds; occasional standing and walking for up to 3 hours per day; constant sitting for up to 8 hours per day; and repetitive keyboard activity, telephone use, and writing.
Ability to view a computer monitor and read newsprint.
Travel of up to 20% of time.

Nice To Haves

Preference for college programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Provide ABA-based intervention and teaching strategies in group settings to teach social skills targets according to treatment plans.
Help prepare the learning environment to maximize the effectiveness of intervention.
Complete documentation, including targeted social-goal data, skill probes, preference assessments, session notes, incidence reports, and service logs.
Record all sessions in the electronic time record system daily and maintain productivity as set forth in the annual budget.
Assist with data analysis, progress reports, and other clinical planning notes under the supervision of a Social Skills Facilitator or Social Skills Lead.
Participate in planning meetings and contribute to lessons, activities, and schedules.
Debrief with the social skills team immediately after scheduled sessions.
Complete assigned administrative tasks, including preparing and inputting data tracking and creating materials for future group activities.
Use reinforcement schedules and record data to increase and maintain participants’ social targets.
Travel locally as required.