Line Therapist- Working with Children with Special Needs

Skill Sprout; Havana (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A children’s services provider in Havana, Illinois, seeks a part-time Line Therapist to work with children with special needs. The role involves implementing programs based on Applied Behavior Analysis principles, collecting data, and collaborating with a professional team. Candidates are expected to have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, training in ABA, and at least one year of experience working with children. Responsibilities include attending team meetings, preparing materials, and completing necessary paperwork.

Qualifications

• Must have internet access.
• Trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Related field is preferred.
• At least one year of experience working with children.
• A vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Report to BCBA and/or Lead Line Therapist.
• Provide direct services to clients implementing BCBA-approved programs.
• Collect data during each session.
• Prepare materials for programs as specified.
• Train other staff as directed.
• Attend all scheduled team meetings.
• Complete all mandatory trainings.
• Participate in quarterly evaluations.
• Complete necessary paperwork.
• Conduct themselves professionally.
• Commit to a weekly schedule.
• Document all services on progress notes.

Skills

Internet access

Trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Experience with children

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Related field

Job description

Line Therapist- Working with Children with Special Needs

Part-time

Skill Sprout’s vision is to provide an exceptional experience to each family that centers on both progressive best practices and an individualized, family-centered plan of care, with the aim to improve the quality of life for every family we serve. We will be a beacon of progress, independence, and hope in the communities we serve.

The mission of Skill Sprout is to provide educational, behavioral, and rehabilitative services and supports to individuals with a wide range of abilities and needs. Visit www.skillsprout.com to learn more.

Responsibilities

• Report to Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and/or Lead Line Therapist.
• Provide direct services to Skill Sprout clients by implementing all programs developed and/or approved by BCBA’s. Programs include programs for increase of skills in addition to any Behavior Intervention Program.
• Programs implemented based on the Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Collect data during each session. If assigned to graph the data, it will be updated weekly.
• Prepare materials for programs based on specifications given by BCBA and/or Lead Line Therapist.
• Train other line therapist staff as directed by Skill Sprout Consultants.
• Attend all scheduled team meetings.
• Complete all mandatory trainings, including in the home trainings and online trainings.
• Participate in quarterly evaluations and feedback from supervisors.
• Complete all necessary paperwork as directed by consultants or administrative staff.
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times when working with other Skill Sprout Staff, clients and families.
• Commit to and follow a weekly schedule with each assigned family. Report absences according to policy.
• Appropriately documenting all time and services on progress note. Progress notes are to be completed at the end of each session while in the home.
• Collaborate with all team members associated with clients.
• Direct all questions and concerns to supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must have internet access.
• Trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Related field is preferred.
• At least one year of experience working with children.
• A vehicle and valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to learn and grow with Skill Sprout.

To apply for this position, please visit www.skillsprout.com, select career opportunities, clinical career opportunities, and choose the Line Therapist position.