Behavior Specialist needed for Child

Description

Skills Trainer Teacher/In Home ABA, per diem in the Merrimack Valley

We seek a compassionate and dedicated Skills Trainer Teacher/In Home ABA to work 1:1 with Individuals and their families, providing quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services and supporting their progress both at home and in the community.



Location: On-site in family home. Positions are currently available in the following Massachusetts communities:

Andover
Dracut
Haverhill
Ipswich
Lawrence
Lowell
Methuen
North Andover
Peabody
Salisbury
Tewksbury


Schedule: 3-6 hours weekly based upon schedule agreed upon with family and supervisor.



Compensation: This is a non-exempt, per diem position. The pay range is $22.50 – 31.00 per hour.



Job Responsibilities:

Implement goals and benchmarks to address the identified behavior in the home and community working 1:1 with the student and their family using ABA methodology.
Collect data on the goals/benchmarks as written and report it at least monthly to the Behaviorist.
Ability to be flexible with routines to best meet the needs of the student while maintaining the integrity of the program.
Discuss any changes in schedules with Service Navigator and submit timecards on time.
Consult with behaviorists and/or Service Navigators on mid-year and year-end reports.


Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in education or a related field
Or

High School Diploma or GED with at least 2 years’ experience working with individuals with ASD or other disabilities

Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) certificate and/or Special Education (SPED) Paraprofessional experience a plus.
Experience with ABA Home-Based services, Special Education, Psychology, or related field.
Candidates must be able to read, write, and comprehend English to accurately implement goals, document services provided, and communicate effectively with individuals, families, staff and healthcare professionals.
Minimum of one year of driving experience and a valid driver’s license in good standing


Waystone Health & Human Services is a 501c3, nonprofit, human services organization supporting youth and adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities; acquired brain injuries; and mental health diagnoses. Our services are provided to more than 1,700 people annually in cities and towns across the Merrimack Valley, Greater Lowell, North Shore, and southern New Hampshire. Our mission is to partner with people who are diverse in age, ability, and cultural background throughout their personal, work, and life journeys.



Waystone Health and Human Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws