Autism After School Specialist

About Us: GBE Alliance is comprised of a network of licensed professionals who specialize in autism spectrum disorders to provide telehealth and direct services for individuals with autism and their families - paving the way for a brighter future. We pride ourselves on being an all-encompassing resource, providing autism evaluations for a clinical diagnosis, ABA treatment, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. Experts in the field have formed an alliance to help families around the globe in a convenient online format or face-to-face. Join our team of passionate professionals and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Autism After School Specialist to join our team in providing applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism. As an Autism After School Specialist, you will play a crucial role in implementing behavior intervention plans and helping children develop essential life skills while maintaining a safe and supportive environment.

Please note: The hours for this role are 3:00-6:00 Monday-Friday in Bowling Green plus one Saturday per month. This position may require occasional onsite work at our Hopkinsville clinic.

Responsibilities:

• Follow behavior intervention plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to support children with autism in reaching their individual goals.
• Provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children, focusing on skill acquisition, behavior reduction, and communication development.
• Accurately record data during therapy sessions to track progress and assist in the evaluation of treatment plans.
• Implement behavior management techniques and strategies to address challenging behaviors and promote positive behavior change.
• Collaborate with BCBAs, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other team members to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Train parents and caregivers in ABA techniques to facilitate generalization of skills learned during therapy sessions.
• Maintain detailed and organized session notes, progress reports, and other necessary documentation.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children during therapy sessions, following all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Stay current with best practices in ABA therapy through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or related field preferred; or high school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience required.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent experience; bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience working with children with autism or developmental disabilities is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, patience, empathy, and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• A genuine passion for working with children with autism and a commitment to making a positive impact on their lives.
• Successful completion of a background check and any other required screenings.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical capabilities include walking, occasional running, standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, reaching above head, pulling, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Benefits:

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of individuals and families.

Global Behavior Education Alliance, LLC (GBE Alliance) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against qualified applicants based upon any protected group status, including but not limited to race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability or medical condition as defined by applicable equal opportunity laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Application Question(s):

• Do you have prior professional experience working with children?

Ability to Relocate:

• Bowling Green, KY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $28