Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Behavior Specialists (LBS) at the Springtime School , Potential Inc.'s private school for learners with autism , develop and oversee behavior interventions for school students, supervise Registered Behavior Technicians, and support teachers with skill acquisition programs.

WHAT SETS US APART?

Work/life balance is important to us. 40 hour work week with flexible hours and opportunities to complete work from home outside of school day (8:30-3:00) plus only work 210 days per year. Small caseloads ranging from 8-10 students, with a tiered behavior system to ensure balanced caseloads

We're committed to your growth and success. We offer career development opportunities, including unparalleled training, daily supervision from a BCBA with over 10 years of experience, collaboration with industry leaders, including Greg Hanley, Ph.D., opportunities to attend and present at regional and national conferences, opportunities to collaborate within and across disciplines, annual performance evaluations and salary increases, and advancement opportunities.

We offer the benefits of a big business with the feel of a small company. Benefits including paid time off and paid holidays, medical package (health/dental/vision), basic and voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, AFLAC, pet insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement savings plan.

WHY POTENTIAL?

Potential is a non-profit Autism service organization that works passionately to make meaningful changes in the lives of our clients. Rooted in the belief that every individual with Autism has the potential for a fulfilling life, we employ evidence-based treatments and a committed support network to help children and adults gain the skills they need to learn and succeed. Joining us means becoming part of a team that values and practices respect, compassion, teamwork, and integrity. We offer the perks of a big business with the close-knit feel of a small company. Our team appreciates the values we uphold, collaborations fostered, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Join us!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee behavior interventions for school students
• Complete assessments including functional analysis
• Write effective positive behavior support plans
• Complete all behavior sections of the IEP
• Design, manage and interpret data collections systems
• Report on progress at least quarterly
• Participate in quarterly home visits for parent training
• Supervise Registered Behavior Technicians
• Provide the required supervision according to the BACB for RBTs
• Assist with in-service training development and implementation
• Support the teachers and allied health professionals
• Assist with problem solving skill acquisition programs
• Provide research to support alternate teaching plans
• Collaborate on new strategies using scientific methods

Qualified candidates should have:

• An empathetic and supportive attitude towards all students
• Strong interpersonal communication for collecting information from students and dissemination to staff
• The ability to work under general supervision
• Time management and multitasking skills
• The ability to create professional relationships with students
• Strong attention to detail
• A solid understanding of the environment in which students are being assessed and seeking assistance
• The ability to take initiative and act effectively in various circumstances without immediate direction
• Self- confidence/perseverance/strong work ethic - remain positive and maintain progress toward a goal despite obstacles and adversity
• Trustworthiness, dependability, and demonstrated ethical behavior
• Ability to utilize operating software such as Central Reach and SharePoint

Job Requirements

• Master's Degree or PhD completed in Psychology, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
• Have and maintain PA Behavior Specialist License (LBS) credentials
• Has working knowledge of current issues of importance to the autism spectrum disorder and special education communities
• Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder is required
• Has demonstrated experience using and understanding assessment tools, VP-MAPP, ABLLS-R, Essentials for Living, or similar assessment tools and data collections systems
• Supervisory/Management Experience

Potential believes that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunities. We follow state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.

We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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