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Important Steps Inc. is an Early Intervention Program (EIP) with 2locations in Bronx and Midwood Brooklyn. We provide services to children in all 5 NYC boroughs. We currently have positions available for monolingual and bilingual SP-ED Teachers, SWs (Social Workers), STs (Speech Therapists), PTs (Physical Therapists), OTs (Occupational Therapists) and COTAs (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants) in BROOKLYN , STATEN ISLAND , BRONX, QUEENS and MANHATTAN . Part-time, full-time, and per-diem positions are available. We offer highly competitive rates for all service providers, up to $85/hr. for hard to staff zip codes. Healthcare benefits are available for full-time employees. NEW GRADS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! Bilingual (Russian, Uzbek, Urdu, Spanish, French-Creole) is a plus but not required. ST, PT, OT/COTAs positions must have a NYS license in their given field. SP-ED Teachers & SWs (Social Workers) must have the following NYS certifications: - for Teachers: Special Education Teacher (Birth-Grade 2) or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2). - for Social Workers: LMSW or LCSW. Please do not apply if you do not have a NYS license or certification in your discipline.
Responsibilities · Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in home, center, and community based environments · Implement individualized treatment plans developed by BCBAs · Collect data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the individualized treatment plan. · Provide regular written and verbal progress updates on treatment goals. · Support the BCBA with training families on implementing individualized treatment plans. · Participate in team meetings and training workshops. · Ensure that the client is in a safe and positive environment at all times. · Follows the policies and procedures of Creative Behavioral Solutions. Qualifications · Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field such as Education or Speech Therapy preferred but not required. · Experience working with children with developmental disabilities · Excellent communication skills · Experience working in home setting · RBT certification or willing to obtain certification