Events Specialist
hace 2 días
Edison
Job Description Events Specialist – ABA Centers of New Jersey Edison, NJ Who We Are We are the nation’s fastest-growing provider of autism care, delivering high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy across a rapidly expanding footprint. Since our founding in 2020, we’ve scaled from a single clinic to nearly 70 operating areas in more than a dozen states, supported by a high-performance corporate infrastructure and data-driven decision-making. Recognized as the #5 fastest-growing private company in America by Inc. magazine, ABA Centers of America is a self-funded, founder-led organization—a rarity in today’s healthcare landscape. We’ve achieved this growth without private equity, relying instead on operational discipline, smart capital allocation, and a relentless focus on outcomes. Our corporate team plays a mission-critical role in this success—developing scalable systems, managing risk, and driving the analytics that power our growth. If you’re a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we offer a unique opportunity to help shape the future of autism care—while building on a legacy of operational excellence. Our Origin Story ABA Centers of America was founded by a father whose personal journey navigating autism care for his daughter revealed deep gaps in access, consistency, and quality across the system. Determined to disrupt the status quo in the autism care field and eliminate the unacceptably long wait lists for treatment, he built a company rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and a relentless commitment to care that makes a difference. Recognition & Awards Our commitment to operational excellence, ethical leadership, and transformative care has earned our company and leadership national recognition from trusted sources, including: • Inc. 5000 – 5th Fastest-Growing Private Company in America, • Financial Times – #1 on "The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies", • EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® U.S. Overall, • South Florida Business Journal’s Top 100 Companies, • Florida Trend Magazine's 500 Most Influential Business Leaders Reporting to the Events Manager at our Fort Lauderdale, FL headquarters, this role will help our marketing team bring event ideas to life through impactful events in a specific region. As an Events Specialist, you will assist in the research, planning, administration, and promotion of events at the clinic and regional level, including: • Clinic events, • Community events, • Professional sports games, • Fundraisers, • Entertainment Key Responsibilities • Assist in the planning and execution of all types of events (in-person, virtual, and hybrid), • Research and prepare suggested venues for events and meetings based on the details of the program, including virtual platform options, • Collaborate with stakeholders on all event details, including venue and attendee management, swag procurement, and production of communication and collateral materials, • Manage email campaigns, • Assist with event budget planning, management, and reconciliation process, • Maintain and update event reports, • Oversee assigned events from start to finish (from request through final reconciliations), • College degree in marketing, hospitality, or a relevant field is preferred, • 2+ years of hospitality, event planning, or logistical support, • Working knowledge of event logistics, catering, audio-visual, promotional items, and vendor management, • Proficiency in event-management software such as Cvent, Eventbrite, or similar platforms is preferred, • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), • Experience with project management systems is preferred, • Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours as needed, • Ability to travel to events as needed, up to 50% of time, • Ability to maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving record Outstanding Benefits • 21 paid days off (15 days of PTO, which increases with tenure, plus 6 holidays)., • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options., • Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance., • Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match. About ABA Centers of America ABA Centers of America is committed to maintaining a culture led by seasoned professionals who share a vision of becoming the nation’s leading provider of autism care. We acknowledge this form of healthcare demands unique, personal dedication. By identifying individuals possessing the right blend of compassion and expertise, we can provide our clinical team members with the support and opportunities they need to flourish. Join our mission and help build the future with purpose! ABA Centers of America participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. Recruiter ID: #LI-JW1