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Behavior Specialist

Maxima Therapy
Santa Cruz, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2025 CLOSED ON 4/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Specialist position at Maxima Therapy?

Are you interested in joining a fun and collaborative organization devoted to helping children overcome challenges? We are currently looking to hire a Child Development Specialists to join our interdisciplinary team. The position entails a flexible work schedule, providing individual services to children from birth to 3 years of age with varying delays at clients’ homes and/or daycare. We offer competitive rates of up to $45 per hour* and an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes: medical insurance, 401K, sick time, paid vacation, and a flexible schedule. We also offer several Continuing Education (CEU) opportunities.

Duties:

  • 1:1 treatment in clients’ homes or daycare centers
  • Provide parent education, training, and support
  • Collaborate with other clinicians as needed/requested to ensure quality of care
  • Develop treatment plans, take session notes, submit progress reports in a timely manner

Minimum Requirements:

  • Previous experience working with developmentally delayed children and/or a degree in related field
  • Positive, high energy, enthusiastic, and flexible demeanor
  • Reliable car, proof of auto insurance, and a valid driver's license
  • Proof of immunization records, CPR certification, and current, negative TB test
  • Strong work ethic, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; team-oriented
  • Multilingual speaking/reading/writing skills are a plus

Physical Requirements:

  • Therapy activities may require playing on the floor or settings where the furniture is child-sized
  • Careful attention to the safety of the client and surroundings is required
  • Sudden and quick movements may be required
  • Walking, occasional running, standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting,
  • Reaching above the head, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Sustained physical activity may be required for up to 60 minutes

For more information about Maxima Therapy and our services, please visit our website at: www.maximatherapy.com. We are also on social media at Facebook, Instagram, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn.

*Disclaimer: The actual wage offered may vary based on several key factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's skill set, proficiency in relevant languages, years of professional experience, and the geographical location of the candidate.

Talent Acquisition

425-221-1048

Maxima Therapy

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Education:

  • Associate (Required)

Experience:

  • Special education: 3 years (Required)

Language:

  • Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45

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