ABA Feeding Therapist

Overview

The Healthy Beginnings (HB) Therapist position at the Verbal Beginnings Center involves both case management and clinical responsibilities. The clinical responsibilities of the HB Therapist are the same as other levels of therapists, but it is expected that a HB Therapist have a higher proficiency in the execution of these responsibilities and act as a model therapist for all Therapists throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 services for clients within team
• Implement ITT and NET programming related to mealtime behavior goals
• Participate in team meetings and training workshops
• Ensure preparedness for sessions which includes having the proper therapeutic program materials, a positive attitude, and a meaningful understanding of programs to be run for the day
• Collect data to track client progress on individualized goals
• Ensure that the client is in a safe and positive environment at all times
• Collaborate with other team members regarding tasks vital to the daily functioning of the HB department

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion and the desire to help children with autism achieve their goals
• Genuine desire to learn about Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others
• High School Diploma required, Bachelor's Degree (completed or in progress) preferred
• 6+ months experience working with children preferred
• BLS/CPR certification including pediatric BLS/CPR
• Previous experience with or knowledge of individuals with ASD and ABA Therapy

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to perform activities such as reaching, grasping, walking briskly or running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, ascending and descending stairs, and transitioning quickly between standing, sitting, and other positions (e.g., floor, chair, or other surfaces)
• Ability to interact effectively by speaking clearly, using age-appropriate language, and observing and maintaining attention through verbal and non-verbal communication
• Successful completion of Safety Care training and Re-Certifications, which includes carrying children per Safety Care training