Special Education Paraprofessional

Peak Potential Therapy LLC•Northfield, IL

8d•$14 - $24•Hybrid

About The Position

At Peak Potential Therapy LLC, we are dedicated to helping children and young adults with special needs thrive through evidence-based, individualized care. Our team works in a fun, flexible, and supportive environment where empathy, integrity, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do. As a Special Education Paraprofessional / ABA Paraprofessional, you'll make a direct impact on children and families in your community while developing valuable professional skills in ABA, special education, communication, social skills, daily living skills, and behavioral support.

Requirements

No prior RBT certification is required at hire. Peak Potential Therapy provides support with RBT training.
Must be able to obtain RBT certification and CPR certification within 30 days of hire
Employment is contingent upon completion of required pre-employment screenings, including BCI/FBI background checks, as required for work with children and in accordance with applicable law
Must be willing and able, with training and supervision, to support clients who may engage in challenging behaviors, including aggression, tantrums, self-injury, toileting needs, and other behavior-support needs
Must be able to assist with client safety, transitions, and mobility needs, which may include lifting or physically assisting children in accordance with safety protocols and applicable accommodations
Strong communication skills with clients, families, and colleagues
Empathy and compassion for children and young adults with diverse needs
Ability to stay calm, professional, and resourceful in challenging situations
Willingness to receive feedback and follow treatment plans with consistency
Strong observation, documentation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a clinical team
Dependability, professionalism, and a positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children, individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, education, childcare, therapy, or behavioral health
RBT certification preferred, but not required
Two years of college coursework preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one or small-ratio support to children and young adults with disabilities, autism, developmental delays, or behavioral needs
Implement individualized academic, behavioral, communication, social, and daily living programs under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies to support academic, behavioral, emotional, communication, social, and daily living skill development
Collect data on treatment goals, ABA program targets, and IEP-related objectives
Support clients in developing communication, social interaction, problem-solving, self-care, and adaptive skills
Implement behavior support strategies and replacement-skill programs under clinical supervision
Support feeding-related, toileting, transition, and daily living programs when included in the client's treatment plan and under appropriate supervision
Communicate with parents, teachers, and team members regarding session activities, progress, and client needs under the direction of the supervising clinical team
Prepare materials, reinforcers, activity schedules, and session documentation
Collaborate with BCBAs, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, school teams, and other providers
Participate in required supervision, training, and team meetings
Help maintain a positive, safe, organized, and supportive therapy environment