Developmental Autism Specialist
Company: Positive Development
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: September 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Developmental Autism SpecialistAlso known as Developmental
Client CoachLocation: Bethesda, MarylandJob Type: Part-timeSalary:
$20 - $26 dollars/hour (based on
requirements/qualifications)Welcome to Positive Development, a new
model of care in autism.Who we are:Our mission is to help children
and adolescents with autism build more natural, meaningful
connections with their families and communities as they achieve
greater growth, independence, and joy. We believe deeply in the
power of the developmental approach because we have seen firsthand
the transformation our children and families experienced.People
come to Positive Development for the cause and stay for the
community. Few jobs provide the opportunity to change lives
meaningfully while allowing you to work as your true, authentic
self. We embrace diversity and difference among our staff and
respect you for who you are - just as we do our clients. Best of
all, we have so much fun together.We're looking for: A
paraprofessional, student, or individual who is passionate about
helping children and/or young adults with developmental
differencesTwo years minimum of undergraduate work or completed AA
in fields related to Psychology, Education, Child Development,
etc.At least one year of experience working one-on-one with
children and/or adolescentsA high level of dedication and can
commit to 8-10 hours per week for at least 6 monthsThe desire to
make a difference in the lives of the people you serve and have fun
doing it!Why you will love us:We believe in a joyful company
culture that supports a place for you to grow professionally and
encourages you to evolve personally.Flexibility to fit this role
into your academic schedule while pursuing a degreeAll required
trainings, lectures, and supervisions are paidWork-to-work commute
mileage reimbursementSupportive, transdisciplinary team environment
(speech, occupational, and mental health therapy)Regular
supervision with a trained professionalContinuous opportunities to
learn and build new skillsReferral programWhat you will do as a
Developmental Autism Specialist:Work one-on-one with children
and/or young adults with autism by providing developmental therapy
(We will teach you!)Commute to and from clients' homes (up to 20
miles)Attend clinical lecturesAttend team meetings (Duration:
ongoing throughout employment)Play and have
fun!Qualifications:Previous experience working with children for at
least one yearAbility to commit to a minimum of 6 months to a
client scheduleReliable transportation/valid driver's
licenseAbility to lift up to 50 lbs., get up and down from the
floor easily, and actively play with childrenBilingual (not
required but applicable)If you would like to Start Here and Build a
Career with Positive Development, we would love to hear from
you!
Keywords: Positive Development, Bethesda , Developmental Autism Specialist, Other , Bethesda, Maryland
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