Classroom Behavior Therapist (PCA / Paraprofessional) - Berks County - GAMUT Behavioral Services

GAMUT Behavioral Services is looking for motivated, passionate educators to support and work with students in the school setting as Behavior Technicians. Our learners have a variety of social and behavioral challenges so a true passion for this work is a must! 

Current or recent experience in special education, ABA, autism, childcare, or other positions supporting individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required. We will train the right people!

What is School-Based ABA?

ABA therapy applies a scientific understanding of how behavior works to real situations. The goal is to increase behaviors that are helpful and decrease behaviors that are harmful or affect learning. Under the school-based ABA service model, each child receives one-on-one support from a trained Behavior Technician (also often referred to as a Special Education Classroom Aid, 1-1 Support, Behavior Interventionist, or Paraprofessional).

What does a School Based Behavior Technician (Paraprofessional or Personal Care Assistant) do?

Paraeducator / Paraprofessional Job Overview

• Paraeducators assist the teacher in supervising students, in helping plan and implement a curriculum, and in creating an environment which responds to the needs of the students in the classroom. When applicable, they also assist Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams in implementing IEP goals and objectives.

Personal Care Assistant / PCA Job Overview

• A Personal Care Assistant is a one-on-one service with a student. PCA's may provide services to more than one student in a day (but only one student at a time).

What are the benefits of working  for GAMUT Behavioral Services?

• Supportive work environment
• Free training to become a successful BT/Paraprofessional
• School-based working hours: Monday through Thursday or Monday through Friday between 8:00 am and 3:30 pm.
• No evenings, nights, or weekends
• No home-based services (no traveling to clients' homes)
• CONTRACTOR ROLE with competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
  
• Full-time and part-time options available

What are the minimum qualifications and requirements?

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Preferred experience includes: ABA, autism support, behavior support, special education, working with individuals with disabilities, classroom assistance, behavior technician, behavior interventionist, and paraprofessional
• Must have the desire and ability to work with school-aged children with behavioral challenges
• Must have good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be technically savvy with the ability to complete documentation in a timely manner using a mobile device
• Must be able to successfully complete a criminal history background check and all of the appropriate clearances and documentation listed below.

CREDENTIALING REQUIREMENTS:

Important Note: All Documents are required to be completed before starting.

• A Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA State Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Education FBI Fingerprints 
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• TB Screening (must be within 12 months)
• Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcripts.
• Satisfactory completion of 10-panel Drug Test

GAMUT Behavioral Services provided the following inclusive hiring information:  We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.