Therapist Aide- Early Intervention (Howard County Public Schools) (26812)
Thrive Behavioral Health
Location
Catonsville, Maryland
Salary
$24 / HOUR
Quick overview
The therapist aide will provide individual support by modeling behaviors implemented by the behavioral therapist during school hours, up to 4 hours per week per student. They will also provide ongoing support to the caregiver/family in their home for up to 3 hours a week, including role-playing and behavior modeling.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least two years of experience implementing and monitoring behavioral and instructional programming for young students with autism or related disorders, and must possess a valid driver's license. A high school diploma or equivalency is required, along with skills in Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to work collaboratively.
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- Catonsville
- Office -
- Catonsville,
- MD 21228Position
- Type:
- Full
- TimeEducation
- Level: 4
- Year
- DegreeSalary
- Range: $23.93 - $23.93 HourlyThrive Behavioral Health is looking for a Therapist Aide to support Howard County Public Schools. This is a full time position working with a licensed therapist in Howard County school clusters. The therapist aide will be working in schools and will visit local homes to meet with the client's family. The therapist aide should have experience with early childhood and elementary aged children. The therapist aide should be enthusiastic about helping children succeed in their educational goals. The therapist aide will work with an advanced level licensed clinician.
- Knowledge,
- Skills,
- Education/Training and
- Experience
- Requirements: 2+ years of knowledge and experience working with the implementation, and monitoring of behavioral and instructional programming for young students with autism, emotional disability and related behavior disorders 2+ years of experience with providing in-home services, family systems and relational patterns, desired but not required Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively with treatment team Has at least a high school diploma or its equivalency Must possess a valid Driver’s license Must pass a criminal background check Must have Microsoft Office skills, particularly word and excel Must be organized, flexible, and have the ability to demonstrate self-motivation and prioritization Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
During school hours, for up to 4 hours per week per student, the therapist aide will provide individual support to the student and treatment team by modeling behaviors as implemented by the behavioral therapist. They will also adjust the treatment plan as needed by the therapist and work on implementing any changes as needed. The therapist aide will provide ongoing support to the caregiver/family in their home for up to 3 hours a week. This will include role-playing, any behavior modeling that therapist has suggested, and will work collaboratively with family/caregiver both inside and outside of the home. The therapist aide will not work more than 40 hours per week. While there is some flexibility with the schedule, one-two evenings may be required EOE: minority/female/disabled/veteran' Qualifications