In-Home ABA Assistant - Home-based in the Bronx- McCarton Foundation

About you

Professional with a background in ABA, Early Childhood Education, or Special Needs that shares our mission to bring exceptional treatment and services to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. 

About Us

We believe in the ability that exists within every child who has developmental disabilities and that all children deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Over the past two decades, McCarton has transformed the lives of thousands of children from around the globe through the McCarton Center for Developmental Pediatrics, the McCarton School for children with autism, and the Children’s Academy for children with speech and language learning delays. In 2018 the McCarton Foundation launched an Early Intervention program, providing services to infants and toddlers diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities. 

We utilize the McCarton Integrated Model, which combines speech and language therapy, fine and gross motor therapy, sensory integration therapy, socialization with peers, developmental play skills, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. 

Job Description

Working under an ABA Therapist's direct supervision, the ABA Assistant will provide in-person support to children aged 2-3 years old diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. They will assist therapists in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis programming and provide additional support to families and children in a home-based setting. The role will require communicating with caregivers and a diverse clinical team of ABA, Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapists.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work collaboratively with an ABA Therapist to implement basic principles and teaching procedures of ABA Therapy

• Support caregivers and families with modeling ABA program, managing challenging behaviors, and assisting with technology

• Provide encouragement to both child and caregiver

• Follow Health & Safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and sanitation procedures

• Communicate with our clinical team of Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapists

Desired Skills

• Passion for our mission in helping children reach their full potential 

• 1 year or more working in ABA preferred

• 1 year or more of professional or personal experience with children with special needs preferred

• Completion of RBT training program or willingness to become RBT

• Bachelor’s degree or coursework in Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Speech Therapy or a similar program preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish or another language strongly desired 

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds and attend to the needs of a 2-3 -year-old child, including lifting, carrying, and holding hands

Schedule

Full-time or Part-time availability 

Job Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule

• RBT Training 

• BCBA Supervision

• Availability of clinical resources to aid in professional growth

• Bi-weekly pay cycle

• Commuter benefits

• Paid vacation/personal days

For Full-Time Employees

• Competitive benefits package including FSA program, health, dental, vision, and life insurance 

• 401 (k) Plan

• Paid Holidays

We hope to see candidates that share our passion for helping children reach their full potential.

To Learn More, visit www.mccarton.org