Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Behavior Technician

Administer applied behavior analysis (ABA) programming to children ages 2-5 with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) under supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). When inclusive settings are available, work with interdisciplinary team of professionals supporting children with ASD in inclusive settings. 

• Between 20 and 40 hours per week 
• Work in an exciting natural training environment with children ages 2-5, with a diagnosis of Autism
• Serve as a behavior technician in one-to-one, small group, large group, and when available, inclusive settings 
• Administer therapeutic behavioral supports in inclusive setting as needed
• Support children in all areas of development
• Provide hygiene care including toilet training as needed
• Implement all programming and associated protocols along with behavior plans developed by the BCBA
• Collect and analyze data during all sessions 
• Maintain confidentiality as outlined by HIPPA of all children, families, and staff
• Participate as an active team member, attending collaboration meetings, in-service trainings, and workshops 

Benefits: 

• Consistent opportunities for pay increases/advancement
• Supervision of fieldwork required for Board Certified Behavior Analyst or Associate Behavior Analyst 
• Extensive training in applied behavior analysis (ABA)
• Opportunity to support and learn about research studies occurring at the Institute 

Desired Qualifications

Qualifications: 

• B.S. or B.A. degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Child Development, Education, or Special Education preferred, or be a Registered Behavior Technician 
• May need to lift a minimum of 50 pounds 

• Computer skills related to word documents, spreadsheet development, and data management 
• For full-time employment: Must be able to work 8:30 am-4:00 pm Monday-Friday  
• For part-time employment: Must be able to work 8:30 am-12:30 pm Monday-Friday or 12:00-4:00 pm Monday-Friday  

Desired: 

• Experience with children with ASD or related disorders 
• Knowledge and implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, flexible environment 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative setting 
• Verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability and commitment to respond positively to feedback to continue to improve the quality-of-service delivery

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Schedule or desired work hours (part-time vs. full-time)
• Two professional references

Special Instructions

Please send required materials to Kenzie Shink (shinkmak@msu.edu) as well as applying via link.

Please contact Kate Colaluca (kathryn@msu.edu) with any questions or concerns about application status. 

Work Hours

STANDARD 8:30-4

Website

HTTPS://EARLYLEARNING.MSU.EDU/

Summary of Health Risks

Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.  (changing diapers, potty training, etc.). 

Summary of Physical Demands

One will need to be able to lift a child of up to 45 pounds. One will also need to be able to respond in cases where a child's safety may be at risk.