ABA Caregiver at Easterseals Southern California

Tustin, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Behavioral Interventions, Discrete Trials, Antecedent Modifications, Consequence Modifications, Reinforcement, Skill Teaching, Behavior Excess Reduction, Personal Care, Lifting, Walking, Bending, Reaching, Squatting, Kneeling, Twisting

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Overview Looking for individuals to work in a group home with clients that have disabilities 6 Months ABA experience preferred. Direct Support Professionals are welcome to apply! Starting pay: $25 per hour. Position will require a minimum of 3 shifts per week (24 hours per week) with potential for more! Current Needs: Monday/Tuesday - 5am-10am Fridays - 9pm to 5am Saturday 5am - 1pm or Saturday 9pm - 5am Sunday/Wednesday/Thursday - 9pm-5am We are looking for a candidate who is available to work a minimum of one weekend shift as well. Responsibilities Under general supervision, provides behavioral interventions to individuals with an autism spectrum disorder and/or other related disabilities through planned interventions; these may include discrete trials, antecedent and consequence modifications, and planned and intermittent reinforcement. Teaches both diagnosed individuals as well as their caregivers strategies to increase skills and decrease behavior excesses. The position is located in a residential setting where you will be working with adults with disabilities and providing personal care duties as needed. What we are looking for: People with a passion for working with individuals with disabilities Previous experience working with children or people with disabilities and an interest in behavioral health Available to work in the afternoons/early evenings, and possible weekend morning hours Must have own reliable transportation, and valid driver’s license, auto registration and auto insurance Proof of immunization records and TB. Ability to pass a background check and drug screening Must be available for initial 2 week training schedule (M-F, about 35 hours) The position requires lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials for home visits. Also frequent walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting in order to observe, assess, and interact with participants Qualifications EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 6 months of exposure to/experience with individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or other related developmental disabilities. Some examples include working with typically developing children in a group setting (children with demonstrated deficits or challenging behavior preferred), having a family member with ASD, a neighbor with a developmental disability, or even volunteer work in a classroom with a child with ASD, etc. EDUCATION: Degree not required, but must have at least completed some college coursework or be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university. We have a preference to programs related to early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field. This is a tremendous opportunity for people who have an interest in any of the following: Autism, Direct Support Professional, Caregiver, Behavior Analyst jobs, Social Skills, Developmental health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Services, Children, Behavior Therapist work, Behavioral Health, Behavior Specialist jobs, ABA Therapist, Childcare, Teacher Assistant, Teacher's aide, Preschool Teacher, Paraprofessional, Youth Programs, Direct Support Professionals, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Behavioral Health Technicians, Babysitting, Mental Health Specialist, Camp Counselor, Coach, and Working with individuals with disabilities. Join us as we make a lasting difference each day by providing essential disability and community services to children, adults, and their families.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing behavioral interventions to individuals with autism or related disabilities through planned techniques like discrete trials and reinforcement in a residential setting. The caregiver will also teach strategies to increase skills and decrease behavior excesses for both the individuals and their caregivers, while providing necessary personal care duties.