Tutor / Direct Support Staff at Peak Potential Therapy LLC

Northfield Center Township, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Aug, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

10 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavioral Support, Academic Instruction, Data Collection, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Social Skill Development, Parent Communication, Session Note Writing

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Tutor that works as a Direct Support Staff or Behavior Technician (BT) Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $12.00 - $18.00 per hour as a Behavior Technician (BT) Want to have fun at work helping kids with special needs?!? This is the job for you! Peak Potential Therapy is seeking caring, dependable, and fun-loving individuals to work as a Behavior Technician (BT) with kids with special needs under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Peak Potential Therapy has multiple openings for BTs to provide appropriate academic, behavioral and emotional support to clients with disabilities or behaviors. A BT with Peak Potential Therapy is a one-on-one instructor responsible for the day-to-day teaching and implementation of the client's academic and behavior programs. Peak Potential Therapy's programming is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). All RBTs must be trained in these principles and are expected to implement them throughout client sessions. No training or certification (RBT & CPR) required upon hire, but necessary to start working. All Behavior Technicians (BTs) are required to obtain the RBT certification within 30-days of hire. Assistance is provided for obtaining the RBT certification. Multiple shifts (part and full-time) are available between 8:00 am to 7:00 pm daily. Most of the hours will be at our therapy center in Northfield, OH. However, we do serve families in their home, school, or community in the greater Cleveland - Akron communities. Responsibilities and Duties Working as a Direct Support Staff requires following the direction of the BCBA, taking data on ABA program targets, and IEP objectives. Teach and engage in a variety of activities to progress the kids' skills in social, cognitive, communication, self-care, and more. Establish & maintain the therapeutic relationship by pairing self as a reinforcing entity and building the value for the client of social interaction Prompt safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors, in order to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills Work with others to improve the effectiveness of service delivery Perform any additional duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor Complete parent communication by providing information of activities completed throughout the day, toileting information, eating information, and information on any behavioral occurrences Advise parents and teachers on the implementation of programs Prepare individual activity schedules for the following day Write client session notes Prepare individual reinforcers Clean and disinfect work areas and common areas Participate in required 5% supervision with BCBA per month, and attend any additional meetings in order to meet supervision requirements Maintain RBT supervision documents according to BACB standards Qualifications and Skills Preferred: minimum 2 years of college education Required: BCI and FBI background checks Required: RBT and CPR are required 30-days after hired Benefits: FREE training by BCBA, SLP, OT and to obtain RBT certification. Gain invaluable experience for future careers in SLT, ABA, Special Education, and more. Consistent yet flexible hours to work around college schedules. Day and evening with Part-time and Full-time shifts open. Fun & relaxed work environment. 401(k) Paid time off (PTO) Professional development assistance Medical Specialty: Pediatrics Schedule: 10-hour shift 8-hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability Work Location: Northfield, Ohio Norton, Ohio Peak Potential Therapy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing all employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from every background and life experience.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one academic, behavioral, and emotional support to children with special needs using Applied Behavior Analysis principles. Responsibilities include implementing behavior programs, collecting data, and communicating progress to parents and supervisors.