What are the responsibilities and job description for the ABA PEDIATRIC CLINICAL TECHNICIAN - METAIRIE / NEW ORLEANS position at GulfSouth Autism Center?
Who we are:
GulfSouth Autism Center provides individual treatment plans for children ranging in ages from toddler to preschool that are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Our on-site BCBAs provide individual and group ABA Therapy and our Allied Health team focuses on Speech Therapy as well as Occupational Therapy. GulfSouth therapy is primarily 1:1 teaching children skills such as social interactions, language communication and social development.
What we offer:
- ABA line technicians are trained and closely supervised by our on-site licensed psychologists and behavior analysts.
- With GulfSouth' s unique career path program, we offer financial growth opportunities within 90 days.
- The ability to obtain the hours you need if you are pursuing an advance education in psychology, behavior analysis, speech-language pathology, education, and social work, or other related fields.
- Career advancement is promoted within our company.
- Center-based clinic, no weekends
- Benefits for full-time employees include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, sick/mental days and paid holidays.
- Part-time opportunities are available, ask how we can work with your schedule.
- Flexible scheduling with PRN positions.
- Get paid your hired pay rate while training.
- Travel pay and per diem (if applicable)
Requirements
- Highschool diploma or General Equivalent Diploma required.
- Bachelor's degree: preference is given to those with degrees in psychology, communication disorders, education, counseling, or a closely related field.
- Valid driver's license or Louisiana-issued state ID.
- Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check.
- Must have a reliable source of transportation.
- Must be willing to commute between clinics. (Paid)
- Communication with clinical staff, office staff, and a patient's family is essential.
- Duties will include assisting with daily living skills such as dressing, hygiene, and toileting.
- Accurate implementation of the treatment protocol
- Can lift up to 50 pounds for extended period of time
- 6 months of experience working with children (with special needs preferred)
- Previous experience as an ABA therapist or technician (preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
