Behavior Therapist Para - Impactful Special Ed Support

allinc; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8-weeks of PTO annually

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Saving Account (HSA)

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer-M

Professional Growth Opportunities

EAP & Telehealth Services

Employer-Paid Life & Disability

Job summary

Aspire Living & Learning in Stamford, CT is seeking a Paraprofessional (Behavior Therapist) to support students in our ALL Academy program. You will work under Special Education Teachers and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts to implement individualized educational and behavioral plans.

The role runs M-F 7:00a-3:00p; requires a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred in Psychology or Special Education) and 2–3 years of direct experience with children with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Special Education, or a related field strongly preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience providing direct support to children with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• As a Behavior Therapist, you will work under the guidance of Special Education Teachers and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts to implement each student's educational and behavioral programs.
• You will collaborate with service providers, including School Psychologists, Speech and Language Pathologists and Occupational/Physical Therapists.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Aspire Living & Learning in Stamford, CT is seeking a Paraprofessional (Behavior Therapist) to support students in our ALL Academy program. You will work under Special Education Teachers and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts to implement individualized educational and behavioral plans.

The role runs M-F 7:00a-3:00p; requires a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred in Psychology or Special Education) and 2–3 years of direct experience with children with disabilities.