Clinical Parent Trainer; Autism Families

Join Our Team at AZA United

Great opportunity to join a Top Workplace winner, non-profit organization, that truly cares about people and offers great professional development and promotional opportunities! Do you want to know you're making a difference in people's lives? It's an exciting time to join our team as we add more community-based programs and expand to other areas of the state.

Job Overview:

This position works under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in the Complex Care Services program. The work involves training family members in high-need situations throughout the valley to implement and sustain effective interventions in the context of their daily lives. This is a full-time position (30 or more hours a week) with a pay range of $21-$27 depending on experience.

In addition, any weekend hours worked (on a voluntary basis and dependent on client family needs) are paid at 1.5x your hourly rate. This role also includes our complete benefits package (see below for more information).

Duties Include:

• Administer a variety of behavioral intervention and skill-teaching strategies consistent with each child's behavior intervention plan.
• Work with a clinical team to train caregivers to implement behavior intervention strategies.
• Perform duties as directed involving data collection, progress reporting, daily activity notes, and general record keeping as directed for all services delivered.
• Participate in initial and ongoing training and/or shadowing from supervisors, parents, and other therapy team members as appropriate, including demonstration of current programs.
• Provide input to supervisory staff in the development of programs as appropriate, such as identifying strengths/needs and participating in team meetings.
• Work collaboratively and communicate with parents and families in a manner that emphasizes family-centered services.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Applicants should have experience working with autism, aggressive behaviors, challenging home environments, and be able to provide their own transportation to client's homes and the office.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule (M-F), anticipated hours are M-F 10AM-6PM.
• Experience working with children and families in the home setting preferred.
• Candidates must be able to remain professional in a variety of challenging environments.
• Successfully pass a Fingerprint Clearance Card check.
• Associate's degree or equivalent and at least one year of behavioral health or related work experience; OR a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of behavioral health or related work experience.
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis (ABA) preferred.
• Experience working in the behavioral health system is preferred.
• Must be willing to travel valley-wide (Travel is paid/reimbursable).

Perks of the Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for career development for future psychologists, behavior analysts, and counselors. The Complex Care Services (CCS) program also offers the following perks to those interested in a career path in behavior analysis and related psychological disciplines:

• A thorough, 1 month, competency-based training residency.
• Working on close-knit clinical teams with constant collaboration and treatment planning.
• Ongoing training and professional development including:
  • Twice monthly Professional development presentations and workshops.
  • Quarterly Continuing Education events including multiple departments and disciplines.
  • A culture of ongoing learning, research, innovative clinical treatment, and the development of creative ways to improve the quality of life among individuals, families, and communities.
• Opportunities to work in different environments and modalities including:
  • Training staff in schools, hospitals, residential facilities.
  • Participating in community education programs and workshops.
• Free BCBA supervision after at least 6 months of service depending on capacity.

In addition to joining an organization with a great culture and supportive leadership that believes in work/life balance, you'll also receive:

• A competitive salary + Scheduled Raise Program;
• An excellent comprehensive health benefits package that includes health, dental and vision, employer contributions to your health savings account, company paid Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, and employer-paid basic life insurance;
• A 401(k) plan with no vesting period and matching up to 4% after one year of service
• Generous paid sick time and PTO, and 12 paid holidays;
• Paid maternity/paternity…