Autism Treatment Specialist

Pay

This position pays an hourly rate of $20.

Schedule

Shift Focus: 3rd shift (overnight hours). The agency is also hiring for Dayshift Autism Treatment Specialist roles with hours between 6 am – 10 pm.

Benefits

• Healthcare: Comprehensive medical (free option available), dental, vision & FSAs
• Education Perks: 50% CWRU MSW tuition discount & free supervision for licensed roles
• Financial Security: 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous PTO, paid holidays, and 24/7 EAP support
• Family Care: Fertility/IVF coverage, childcare FSA, and pet insurance

Agency Summary

Bellefaire JCB is among the nation’s largest child service agencies, offering behavioral health, substance abuse, education, prevention, and autism services. Through more than 25 programs, it serves over 30,000 youth and families each year, helping them achieve resiliency, dignity, and self‑sufficiency.

Position Summary

The Autism Treatment Specialist (ATS) is part of an interdisciplinary team that provides high‑quality service provision, data collection, therapeutic intervention, and instruction in individual and/or small‑group formats. The ATS delivers direct service and support to clients residing in the Monarch Boarding Academy programs, assisting them in acquiring skills for transition to a step‑down level of care. Supervision is provided by the Monarch Boarding Academy Program Manager and Floor Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and facilitate behavior intervention and response plans and instructional program designs based on Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP) goals, in coordination with the Monarch School.
• Observe, describe, and document client data regarding behavior and skill acquisition using various measurement methods (descriptive analysis, rate/duration, level of support, trials‑to‑criterion).
• Provide individualized supervision and support for personal care activities, daily living tasks, and management of clothing and belongings.
• Utilize structured activity schedules and visual supports to help clients navigate daily routines.
• Communicate effectively with co‑workers and leadership, following all guidelines and procedures developed from client assessments.
• Lead planned daily activities and routines to advance treatment goals and client development.
• Protect clients from physical and emotional harm using Safety‑Care crisis management strategies and, when necessary, physical management procedures.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, including injuries, missing clients, and dangerous behaviors.
• Implement treatment guidelines to develop universal communication responses that replace disruptive or dangerous behaviors.
• Teach and model independence in daily living, functional communication, emotion regulation, self‑management, and cooperation.
• Maintain knowledge of each client’s typical presentation to detect medical or physiological changes.
• Contribute to clinical records through timely documentation in accordance with licensing and accreditation standards.

Other Duties

• Attend team meetings, treatment planning discussions, and clinical meetings with the interdisciplinary team.
• Uphold the agency’s philosophy of providing excellent, dignified, and respectful care.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity toward the racial, cultural, and developmental backgrounds of clients.
• Participate in scheduled supervision and ongoing training; keep all required trainings, certifications, and licensure current.
• Maintain client confidentiality and handle all client‑related documents per agency guidelines.
• Adhere to high standards of ethical and professional conduct and follow agency policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum High School Diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Special Education, Communication Sciences & Disorders) preferred.
• Licensure: Not applicable/required (N/A).
• Skills / Competencies:
  • Basic knowledge of autism spectrum disorders, child and adolescent development, human sexuality, and family dynamics.
  • Core expertise to perform essential duties and keep knowledge up to date.
  • Independent judgment and initiative.
  • Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse individuals and communities.
  • Strong interpersonal communication (verbal, non‑verbal, written) and professional language use.
  • Professional and ethical conduct, adhering to agency policies.
  • Collaboration and teamwork within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Problem solving and decision‑making skills, including root‑cause analysis.
  • Service orientation toward clients and stakeholders.
  • Technical proficiency with agency computer systems and software.
• Experience: Combination of education, training, and/or experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).