Job description

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 35 per week

We are looking to add new members to our team! A good fit for AMA would be one that works hard and knows how to have fun! Does this sound like you? Keep reading....

Our kids and families are a top priority in everything we do at AMA. We create individualized programming for our kids and their families which include teaching them to advocate for themselves and teaching them all of the skills to help them thrive.

AMA team members are expected to collaborate in order to provide the best services for our families. The right team member will be highly committed to being part of a team that works together towards shared goals with shared values.

The right person will be highly committed to ongoing learning and consistently engaging with high quality individualized programming. As an AMA Team Member you will receive continuous supervision and support for your career growth. We are an approved as a practica site with various universities including the University of South Florida (Go Bulls!) and Perdue University.

The right team member likely enjoys laughing, supporting and exploring our local community, volunteering, being part of a work team, communicating in meme & gif's, being an animal lover, celebrating random holidays (i.e taco day!), and sprinkling kindness like confetti!

Job Duties:

Provide direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions
Run skill acquisition programs with clients using Applied Behavior Analysis
Complete weekly program writing and maintain client’s program book
Work with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and/or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans
Collect data and graph data as instructed using technological programs, such as Microsoft Excel or behavioral software (e.g., Central Reach)
Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
Other job duties as assigned by the owner or other administrator

Knowledge of:

Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
Learning theories and instructional methods
Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions
Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities to:

Assess situations and make proper judgments
Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
Objectively analyze crisis situations
Respond quickly to emergency situations
Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals
Perform general clerical duties including maintaining accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner

Requirements: Education, Training, and Experience:

Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, special education, or a related field. Additional certification as a special education teacher, school social worker, or school psychologist in the state of Florida is preferred.
A minimum of 1 year of experience working with children with special needs.
Must have a reliable form of transportation as this job is providing in home services and community based.

Overtime often available:

Working days:

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday (half days)
Some weekends for community outings

Typical start time:

8:30 AM

Typical end time:

6:30 PM

Work Remotely

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Benefits:

Continuing education credits
Flexible spending account
Gym membership
License reimbursement
Mileage reimbursement
Opportunities for advancement
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Wellness program

Medical specialties:

Pediatrics

Patient demographics:

Adolescents
Children

Schedule:

8 hour shift
After school
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
No weekends

Travel requirement:

Up to 100% travel

Work setting:

Private practice
Private school
School
Special education school

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Special needs: 1 year (Preferred)
Behavioral therapy: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Behavior Technician Certification (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

100% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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