Intern – Applied Behavior Analysis

Job Description

GOBHI has an immediate opening for a part-time 15-30 hours per week Intern for Behavior/Education Assistant in our Ontario office. This is a limited duration position for about six months with the potential to renew.

We provide all training in-house!

The intern provides one on one or small group interventions and treatment to children experiencing autism, in a clinic setting; under the direction and supervision of the Behavior Analyst implement and execute positive behavior support treatment plans. All therapy modalities and treatment plans are designed with and overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

• Provide backup and 1:1 treatment with children from 2 to 21 years of age in the clinic, and/or community.
• Demonstrate the ability to playfully and spontaneously interact with children within an assent based training.
• Implement individualized positive behavior support treatment plans.
• Model implementation for parent and/or primary caregiver.
• Ensure all treatment is implemented as written and directed by the Behavior Analyst.
• Prepare and submit all required medical billing-record documentation daily into the Electronic Health Record.
• Collect and input program data into the digital data collection system.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with children who may become physically aggressive or self-harming.
• Assist the Behavior Analyst in conducting assessments.
• Ability to drive to treatment settings or other GOBHI locations in all season weather as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and complete training as required.
• Prepare educational materials for sessions.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrate time management ability to manage a small caseload.
• Communicates with other team members in a respectful, collaborative approach creating a supportive and welcoming environment with professionalism and integrity.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills:
• Experience – at least one year’ experience working with children 2 to 18 years of age;
• Has to be at least 18 years old;
• Communication skills – Excellent English communication skills both verbal and written;
• Technology Savvy – comfortable using Microsoft Office software or Google Suites;
• Positive attitude – ability to approach problems in a positive manner;
• Problem solving skills – ability to work independently as well as in a team setting;
• Demonstrate ability to work independently;
• Maintain a good driving record and vehicle insurance;
• Complete COVID vaccination required;
• Education – High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain.
• Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain.

Compensation:
• Competitive salary – starting at $20.00 per hour
• Additional compensation for bilingual skills