Position Description. We provide behavior therapy services for children diagnosed with developmental disabilities and developmental delays. Children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities.
Our therapists provide direct services for children including discrete trial learning, errorless learning, and other Behavioral Therapy protocols. The Therapist gathers and graphs quantifiable behavioral data necessary for the analysis of treatment efficacy. Behavioral Therapist assist in assessment using Functional Behavioral Analysis. Behavior Therapist contribute to treatment planning and problem solving around program changes deemed necessary.
Position Duties. Creates weekly schedule for each client maximizing hours available for service. Establishes rapport with child and family. Works with team members and family to develop child’s formalized Individual Service Plan. Implements programming and strategies in accordance with the Individual Service Plan. Provides modeling of behavior therapy techniques for parents on their implementation of techniques. Documents each session through description of treatment process and through data collection. Provides sessions in a center and or home environment as well as community outings as delineated in the ISP. Participates in clinical supervision provided for each child on the caseload.
Eligibility. Eligibility for this position requires a minimum of a Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) or Master's degree in Counseling. Applicant's must also have a minimum of 12 months experience providing services directly to children who have been diagnosed with a developmental delay or mental illness.
Compensation. Compensation is competitive and is based on education and experience in the field. YFSVA provides competitive compensation, health benefits, retirement benefits, supervision towards licensure and annual vacation time. Please forward your resume to our human resources department. Our website is "asset.yfsva.com".
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently registered as a Supervisee or Resident with the Commonwealth of Virginia DHP?
- Do you currently have a Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) or Masters Degree in Counseling as this is a requirement of the position?
Education:
Experience:
- Mental & Behavioral Health Technicians: 1 year (Preferred)
- Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person