Crisis Intervention Specialist

Children, Inc.; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Health & wellness benefits

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

The New England Center for Children (NECC) in Southborough, MA, is seeking dedicated direct care professionals to join our autism education program. You will deliver ABA-based instruction and collaborate with clinicians to support learners in residential and educational settings.

Join a team that offers expert mentorship, hands-on training, and opportunities to participate in research projects, with a generous sign-on bonus and career growth potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• CPR training required.
• MAP certification or MAP-related training desirable.
• NECC CALM training for de-escalation and medication administration (MAP) verified)

Responsibilities

• Provide ABA-based instruction and support in residential and classroom settings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized educational programs.
• Deliver training and coaching to staff implementing behavior analytic interventions.
• Promote safe, positive, and supportive learning environments for all learners.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

CPR training

MAP Certification

NECC CALM training

Job description

The New England Center for Children · ITT

Southborough , MA

Direct Care & Education

Full Time , Days with early evenings , 2 day shifts, 2 evening shifts + 1 weekend shift

Posted 08/04/2026

Salary Range: $51,900-$58,900

Salary is determined based on individual experience, and the range may not include differentials which are based on team assignment.The salary range posted reflects the starting salary for the position and does not represent the maximum potential earnings.

*$8,000 Sign-on Bonus

Join our Autism Residential Program in Southborough, MA — where we will provide you with unmatched clinical and educational mentorship from expert clinicians and educators.

What You’ll Do:

• Receive behavioral skills training from master's and doctoral-level clinicians on the assessment and treatment of problem behavior.
  • Gain experience designing and implementing functional analyses
  • Gain experience designing and implementing function-based treatments across a wide array of learners
  • Gain experience with graphing and data interpretation
• Receive behavioral skills training from master's- and doctoral-level clinicians and educators on designing and implementing protocols to establish important repertoires (e.g., communication, life skills) for our learners.
• Work under an excellent model of supervision
  • Observe ethical, compassionate, and person-centered decision-making and problem-solving
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized educational programs
• Provide instruction and care using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
• Teach and support skill development in areas such as:
  • Communication and social interaction
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including personal hygiene
  • Vocational and pre-employment skills
  • Adaptive physical education and self-preservation
• Receive paid training and coaching
• Promote a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment in both classroom and residential settings

What You’ll Love:

• The expert mentorship
• Practical application of the principles of behavior analysis to create meaningful progress for those we serve
• Opportunity to participate in research projects
• Generous vacation & personal time
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Autism research participation opportunities
• A fun, team-oriented environment
• Tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, health & wellness and many more perks
• The chance to make a lasting impact every day

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred)
• Compassion, patience and dedication to help autistic students who engage in challenging behaviors
• Valid Driver’s License with personal vehicle
• CPR training (can be completed with us during your first 6 months)
• NECC CALM training — Physical and Verbal De-escalation training and Medication Administrationtraining (ability to getMAP Certified)

What We Do:

The New England Center for Children (NECC) is a global leader in autism education and research. We provide a comprehensive structure to help children and young adults with autism through evidence-based services in home-based, day, and residential programs, in unison with ongoing research on educational best practices.

NECC iscommitted to an inclusive culture where all students, employees, families, and partners feel welcome, safe, and valued. We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community. For more information, please visit:https://www.necc.org/dei/

*Sign-on bonuses can be adjusted or canceledat any time.All sign-on bonuses are confirmed at the time the formal offer is accepted and noted in the formal employment offer letter.