Behavior Assistant

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; New Jersey; On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) seeks a Clinical Assistant to support therapeutic play and structured learning for children with diverse needs. You’ll work with a dedicated classroom team to promote growth, safety, and adaptive functioning.

Under supervision, you’ll assist with assessments, transportation, and daily program activities, including driving a minibus and handling clerical tasks. The role requires compassion, energy, and teamwork in a mission-driven setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience with children with special health care needs preferred.
• Knowledge of behavioral principles and group work.

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom team in implementing each child’s individualized treatment plan using structured interventions.
• Integrate treatment goals into group and individual program activities.
• Assist with behavioral, emotional, and social assessments and contribute to treatment planning.
• Provide educational and therapeutic activities that promote adaptive functioning.
• Supervise children closely to ensure a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
• Use approved non‑violent crisis intervention strategies; apply physical intervention only as a last resort and under supervision.
• Document clinical information, data, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicate behavioral concerns and updates to the clinical team and families as appropriate.
• Provide safe transportation for children, including driving a minibus and supervising patients during transport.
• Maintain vehicle safety, documentation, supplies, and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Child development

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

A Brief Overview

Make a meaningful difference in a child’s day. As a Clinical Assistant, you’ll play a hands‑on role in supporting children through therapeutic play, recreation, and structured learning experiences designed to promote growth and adaptive functioning. Working closely with a dedicated classroom team, you’ll help create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where children can build skills and confidence.

Under the guidance of the Clinical Specialist and Operations Manager, you’ll assist with behavioral skills training, structured assessments, and daily program activities. You’ll also help ensure smooth program operations by safely transporting children, supporting equipment and supply needs, and assisting with clerical tasks as needed. This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, energetic, and passionate about helping children thrive in a collaborative, mission‑driven setting.

What you will do

• Support the classroom team in implementing each child’s individualized treatment plan using structured interventions.

• Integrate treatment goals into group and individual program activities.

• Assist with behavioral, emotional, and social assessments and contribute to treatment planning.

• Provide educational and therapeutic activities that promote adaptive functioning.

• Supervise children closely to ensure a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.

• Use approved non‑violent crisis intervention strategies; apply physical intervention only as a last resort and under supervision.

• Document clinical information, data, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.

• Communicate behavioral concerns and updates to the clinical team and families as appropriate.

• Provide safe transportation for children, including driving a minibus and supervising patients during transport.

• Maintain vehicle safety, documentation, supplies, and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree - Required

Experience Qualifications

• At least one (1) year children who have special health care or behavioral needs - Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate a company vehicle and/or be insured on a CHOP policy. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of child development, demonstrated skills working with children in groups, and knowledge of behavioral principles. (Required proficiency)
• Familiar with and comfortable using computers. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) - Department of Motor Vehicles - within 6 months - Required and
• CDL with Passenger Endorsement - Department of Motor Vehicles - within 6 months - Required and
• Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention - Crisis Prevention Institute - within 3 months - Required

Licenses & Certifications required for the position will be funded by CHOP

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.

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SALARY RANGE:

$21.05 - $26.35 Hourly

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you’re working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting.