Educational Technician III - Autism Home Services

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth Behavioral Health in Maine is seeking an Educational Technician III to provide instruction and behavioral support in a home/community based treatment program for 1-3 year olds with autism. Under supervision of the Special Education Teacher and Director, you will support communication, play, socialization, self-care, cognitive, behavior and motor goals in young children.

The role requires 90 credits and DOE Education Technician III certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days),

Qualifications

• Education: minimum of 90 credits of approved study required.
• DOE Education Technician III certification required or must obtain within 90 days.
• Valid Driver’s License and transportation required.
• Two years of experience in special education or related field preferred.
• Experience with children ages 1–3 with autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction and behavioral support in a home/community based treatment program for 1-3 year olds with autism.
• Under supervision of the Special Education Teacher and Director, supports communication, play, socialization, self-care, cognitive, behavior and motor goals.

Skills

Experience in special education

Driver's license

Education Tech III certification

Education

90+ credits

Education Tech III certification or within 90 days

Job description

Summary

The Educational Technician III – Autism Home Services role provides instruction and behavioral support in a home/community based treatment program for 1-3 years olds with autism. Under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher and Director, the Education Tech III provides services that support the achievement of communication, play, socialization, self-care, cognitive, behavior and motor goals of students.

Description

MaineHealth Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health

Req #: 92750

Summary

The Educational Technician III – Autism Home Services role provides instruction and behavioral support in a home/community based treatment program for 1-3 years olds with autism. Under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher and Director, the Education Tech III provides services that support the achievement of communication, play, socialization, self-care, cognitive, behavior and motor goals of students.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Minimum of 90 credits of approved study required.
• License/Certifications: Certification as an Education Technician III from the Maine Department of Education (minimum of 90 credits in approved study) required or must obtain within 90 days of start date. Valid Driver’s License and access to transportation required.
• Experience: Two years of experience in special education, early childhood or a related field preferred. Experience/interest in working with children ages 1-3 with autism and other developmental disabilities preferred. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of the Educational Tech II role.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: DOE fingerprinting required.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care,

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]