Intervention Specialist

Company: Children's Therapy Place
Location: Twin Falls
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionBe Challenged. Be Supported. Thrive. We believe that children are infinitely capable and we support their dreams! –Children's Therapy Place is the only full-service outpatient pediatric therapy clinic in the Magic Valley. Our clinics provide speech and language services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, mental health counseling, and behavioral and developmental support through our developmental disabilities agency.We are currently hiring Intervention Specialists to join our Twin Falls based DDA team.Our mission is to empower and support children and their families to live their best lives through our innovative therapy, educational programs, and collaborative multidisciplinary services.We want individuals who can listen with their hearts, are compassionate, and have a willingness to give their best as part of a dynamic team. If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you!THE INTERVENTION SPECIALIST ROLEThe Intervention Specialist provides direct intervention for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities in the home, center, or community setting. Intervention Specialists work with children to develop positive behaviors and the skills they need to function in a typical home and community environment.DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide 1:1 behavior intervention to clients, between the ages of 3 to 21, with developmental disabilities.
• Record daily data and keep detailed notes during therapy sessions.
• Maintain open communication with clients and families on a set caseload. Provide family training when needed.
• Work in collaboration with designated Clinical Supervisor in order to support with service plans and continue to meet all clients' needs, and to collaborate with other team members and departments.
• Support any behavioral needs, including addressing and following plans for maladaptive behaviors for client in multiple settings - community, school, and home.
• Transport clients during therapy sessions to any necessary settings/services.POSITION REQUREMENTS
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service Field, or Bachelor's Degree in a non-human service related field with 24 minimum upper division semester credits in human services field.
  • 1040 hours of supervised experience working with individual's between birth to 21 years of age who demonstrate functional or behavioral needs.
  • Hold a current certificate in Habilitative Intervention. (Those who hold a certificate of completion in Idaho prior to July 1, 2019, will be allowed to continue providing services as an Intervention Specialist.) OR be willing to complete a 40-hour RBT training prior to start date.
  • Have your own reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and car insurance.Job Type: Full-timeCompensation: Starting $19 or DOEBenefits:
    • 401K Retirement Plan
    • Medical Insurance
    • Voluntary Dental, Vision, and AFLAC coverage
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid HolidaysQualified candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation. Children's Therapy Place is an equal opportunity employer.

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