Career Opportunities
Positive Behavior Steps is seeking patient, compassionate, and motivated individuals looking to develop or further their experience in behavior analysis, community inclusion, and social services. We hire candidates who believe in our mission of providing quality support to families living in unseen communities. Apply now or contact us to discuss reasons why we might be the right fit for you!
Qualifications for Employment
- Minimum high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Preferred student studying Psychology, Sociology, Education, or related field
- Preferred experience working with children, adolescents, or adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities
- Preferred experience in ABA (Registered Behavior Technician certification a plus)
- Master's-level certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board required upon hire for Clinical Supervisor and Parent Trainer candidates
- Must demonstrate skills in time management, organization, and written and verbal communication (bilingual a plus)
- Must have working cell phone and reliable transportation
- Submission of work sample(s) and letter(s) of recommendation highly preferred prior to interviewing BCBA candidates
- Pre-employment background screening, TB test, valid identification, and current certifications for Mandated Reporter, First Aid/CPR, and Safety-Care required
Available Positions
Clinical Supervisor, Board-Certified Behavior Analyst
Responsible for assessing, observing, developing, implementing, and monitoring a variety of behavioral supports for children receiving services through our ABA program. Provide direct and indirect supervision to Behavior Therapists, collaborate with clinical team, and develop comprehensive BIPs.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Report to Clinical Directors
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients and families
- Design data collection systems to monitor client performance, as needed
- Organize client binders for clients within caseload and collect datasheets from BTS accordingly
- Provide ongoing supervision to Behavior Therapists and clients within caseload
- Conduct FBAs, skill acquisition intake assessments, and develop reports
- Collaborate with Parent Trainer and Behavior Therapist Trainer when relevant to caseload
- Regularly participate in structured meetings with clinical teams to discuss treatment plans and to address concerns
- Ensure Behavior Therapists are implementing programs and taking data according to BIP recommendations
- Ensure accuracy of graphing and complete progress reports prior to authorization expiration dates
- Maintain professionalism when representing the company by working cooperatively and courteously with the clinical team members
- Provide emergency and crisis support when appropriate
- Perform administrative duties and other tasks, as needed
Behavior Therapist
Under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Behavior Therapist implements ABA intervention strategies outlined in a child’s individualized Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP). Utilize reinforcement to motivate child to learn, decrease target behaviors, and ultimately teach functional skills and socially significant behaviors. Develop skills in the following areas: data collection, session note documentation, analysis of behavior intervention planning, and the implementation of evidence-based intervention methods. Only monthly cell phone reimbursements offered for this position.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Report to Clinical Supervisor (BCBA assigned to client's case)
- Work 1:1 with client, typically Monday-Friday after 3:00 PM
- Implement Applied Behavior Analysis strategies, as recommended in child's BIP
- Actively participate in ongoing direct and indirect supervision
- Monitor skill acquisition in completing functional tasks and regularly assess child's progress
- Notify clinical team of newly observed target behaviors
- Submit daily session notes promptly to maintain compliance with funding sources
- Ensure session notes are written in objective, observable, and measurable terms
- Recognize and respond appropriately to challenging behaviors exhibited by child
- Actively communicate session cancellations with Scheduling department and coordinate makeup sessions before authorization period end
- Maintain strictly professional relationships with family
- Direct questions and concerns to administrative team
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and state and federal regulations
- Complete all required and ongoing (paid) training
COMMUNITY FACILITATOR
The Community Facilitator provides community inclusion supports by working with a child or adolescent out in the community. Implement individualized programs, connect clients to community resources, provide transportation, assist clients during planned outings, and teach functional and communication skills. Assist individual in maximizing participation and success within social, educational, and vocational settings. Both mileage and monthly cell phone reimbursements offered for this position.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Report to Community Integration Supervisor
- Transport and assist client out in the community
- Teach client skills like self-help, self-advocacy, social-emotional skills, and safety awareness, as it pertains to accessing the community
- Teach clients how to maintain personal hygiene, when applicable
- Recognize and respond appropriately to challenging behaviors by developing basic knowledge of behavior functions
- Document relevant data, monitor progression, and provide a detailed summary of each session
- Assist with job training and volunteer work, when necessary
- Participate in Case Conferencing, as part of interdisciplinary teamwork, to discuss concerns, goals, and productivity of the client
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and state and federal regulations
- Complete all required and ongoing (paid) training
SLS Worker
Responsible for supporting adults in establishing and maintaining safe, comfortable, and stable living arrangements. SLS Workers may assist with home management, budgeting, personal hygiene, for example, and may transport clients to medical or dental appointments, social service offices, day programs, and other social outings.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Report to SLS Supervisor
- Professionally and positively communicate with SLS consumers and family members, PBS administrative team, Regional Center representatives, and other vendors
- Promote and use Person Centered practices to support consumer in being an active member of the community and in developing and maintaining social relationships
- Execute program goals as outlined in PBS assessment or ISP
- Support client in household management such as meal preparation, cooking, and light housekeeping
- Assist with planning and executing daily activities according to consumer’s needs
- Submit daily documentation that highlights supports provided (data sheets/case notes)
- Serve as an advocate and liaison
- Provide as needed transportation to medical appointments, day programs, and other outings
- Navigate and apply for community resources
- Ensure client safety when teaching life skills and when out in the community
- Direct questions and concerns to administrative team
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and state and federal regulations
- Complete all required and ongoing (paid) training