Evaluation Technician

OLV Human Services; City of Lackawanna, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

OLV Human Services seeks an Evaluation Technician to perform ADOS-2 evaluations for children suspected of autism, under clinician supervision. Training in ADOS-2 will be provided.

The role involves 2–21 year olds and requires strong communication with families and data-driven reporting. The position emphasizes collaboration with a developmental pediatrician and nurse practitioner, with duties including scoring, writing summaries, and contributing to BSPs and data collection.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families preferred.
• Training and certification in ADOS-2 evaluations will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ADOS-2 assessments with children aged 2–21 years.
• Score and write up summaries of testing results.
• Assist Developmental Pediatrician and Nurse Practitioner with presenting results to families.
• Assist with BSP creation and skill acquisition/behavior reduction plans.
• Participate in consultations and meetings.
• Answer questions from children and families.
• Observe child behaviors to collect data.
• Inform caregivers about behavioral intervention findings.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Child/parent rapport

Written Verbal communication

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Empower children. Support families. Make a difference.

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Do you enjoy working closely with families to bring out the best in every child? We’re looking for a dedicatedEvaluation Technicianto join our team!

• Hourly rate based on relevant years of experience

Responsible to: Clinical Intake and Operations Specialist

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a Developmental Pediatrician and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, this position is responsible for completing ADOS-2 evaluations to assist in the confirmation or ruling out of autism in children suspected of having the disability. Training and Certification in ADOS-2 evaluations will be provided to the candidate hired for the position.

• Conduct ADOS-2 Assessments with children from 2-21 years old
• Score and write up summary of testing results
• Assist Developmental Pediatrician and Nurse Practitioner with the presentation of results to the families
• Assist LBA with the creation of BSPs
• Teach specific skills required for skill acquisition and/or behavior reduction as outlined in the child’s BSP
• Participate in consultation and meeting sessions
• Answer questions from children and their families
• Observe child behaviors to collect data
• Inform parents and other caregivers about behavioral intervention findings
• Perform any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Skills:

• Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Natural ability to connect with children and parents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Minimum Experience Required:

• At least 3 years’ experience working with children and families preferred

Physical Requirements:

• The constant physical demand of the position is sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, vision to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees need to be able to get on the floor and play.
• The frequent physical demands of the position are, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The occasional physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.