FACES often seeks out energetic new tutors to work with pre-school aged children with autism.
PACE - FACES is currently in search of a part time Behavior Tutor to join the team in the Redwood City location!
The Behavior Tutor provides individualized intensive behavior therapy based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis to children 24 months and older, in the FACES center or the child's home, school, and/or community. The Behavior Tutor works under the direction of a Case Manager in a highly collaborative environment and is responsible for implementing individualized student behavior plans that typically focus on improving: receptive and expressive language skills, social behavior, adaptive behavior and academic skills. The Tutor is expected to display professional conduct by reliably maintaining clinic hours, using appropriate language and behavioral terminology, and completing all administrative duties in an accurate and timely manner. As a member of the FACES team, the Behavior Tutor will be expected to implement best practice standards as defined by:
- Implementing the least-restrictive program of treatment that enables the child to learn effectively
- Demonstrating the competent usage and modeling of basic procedures including: differential reinforcement, discrete trial instruction, effective prompting, behavior reduction procedures, reinforcement sampling and behavior specific praise.
Personal Requirements
- Must have the ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
- Must enjoy working with and relating to people effectively.
- Must be playful, creative, energetic and enthusiastic.
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must be willing to attend meetings into the evenings when warranted.
- Must have a strong passion for working with children who have severely challenging behaviors and developmental disabilities.
Essential Functions and Duties
The essential functions and duties of the Behavior Tutor include but are not limited to the following:
- 1:1 Program Implementation -- The Behavior Tutor is responsible for providing direct services and implementing the individualized student behavior programs developed by the Case Managers assigned to their case within a home, school and/or community setting. The incumbent will operate in a highly collaborative environment to ensure that proper services are being rendered to the children on their case load.
- Assessments, IEP's & IEE's -- The Behavior Tutor is responsible for understanding, reviewing and implementing the behavior plans and short term objectives as stated in the child's assessments, Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and/or Individualized Education Evaluation (IEE). The Tutor will collaborate with the Case Manager to ensure that the behavior plans and short term goals are appropriate for each child's needs.
- Metrics and Documentation -- The Behavior Tutor must be able to read written treatment directions and collect numeric data as well as, be able to document student progress through data notes. In addition, Tutors are expected to complete billing sheets in a timely manner.
- Communication -- The Behavior Tutor will provide clear and timely communication to all members of the team, answering all calls and e-mails within 24 hours of receipt.
- Training -- The Behavior Tutor will be expected to participate in on the job training sessions. The incumbent must meet the minimum training competencies and receive a positive evaluation by the supervising FACES Case Manager to work independently.
- Leadership -- The Behavior Tutor must adhere to the standards of professionalism, ethical practice and code of conduct for associate level behavior therapists (see practice guidelines for BCBA), regardless of whether or not the tutor holds the credential. In addition the incumbent is responsible for complying and enforcing PACE policies and work procedures.
Knowledge, Skill and Experience
The candidate must possess the following minimum requirements for consideration for the Behavior Tutor position.
- Education -- B.A. in related field is required, or evidence that a B.A. will be obtained within a year of joining PACE/FACES.
- Certifications -- BCaBA preferred but not required.
- Experience -- Experience working with children who have challenging behaviors and developmental disabilities preferred.
- Communication Skills -- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to be playful, creative, energetic and enthusiastic. Strong writing skills required to document treatment sessions.
- Organizational Skills -- Strong organizational skills with the ability to read and implement written treatment directions and collect numeric data
- Technical Skills -- Proficiency in understanding behavior (ABA) literature for program development and implementation. The completion of training competencies and a period of in-clinic supervision hours as established by the Clinical Director.
- Driver -- The employee must possess a valid California driver's license with a good driving record, proof of insurance and an automobile to travel to and from therapy sessions and to the clinic for additional training sessions and meetings.
Physical Requirements
The Behavior Tutor must be able to comply and adhere to the following physical requirements.
- Pushing, Pulling and Lifting -- Due to the nature of the work the Behavior Tutor must be able to lift and/or push at least 45lbs.
- Twisting and Turning -- Due to the high activity of the program this position requires the individual to be able to physically bend, squat, reach over shoulders, reach over head, reach outward, kneel, sit, walk on normal, slippery, or uneven surfaces and stand.
- Office Work -- This position requires that the Behavior Tutor to be able to conduct a variety of office procedures which include: typing, viewing a computer monitor and sitting for long periods of time.
What is in it for you?
- The opportunity to make an extreme difference in someone's life!
How to Apply
All interested incumbents please send your resume, salary requirement information, and your cover letter to: hr@pacificautism.org. Please write "Behavior Tutor" in the subject line. You may also apply in person by bringing the above required material to The PACE Administration Location, that is located at 1880 Pruneridge Ave, Santa Clara CA, 95050 or you may apply via fax at 408-490-2755.
More About P.A.C.E. - F.A.C.E.S.
PACE is a private, nonprofit center serving children with autism. Early Intervention is the key to enabling children diagnosed with Autism to achieve their full potential. Our comprehensive Children's Services include FACES, an intensive behavioral early intervention program in Redwood City; and PACE Connections, a responsive program that includes home-based and center-based early intervention therapy, a preschool and play group, and parent training and support.
You may learn more about PACE by visiting our website at www.pacificautism.org.
Pacific Autism Center for Education is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, disability or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state or federal law.
