ALMC
Augmentive Learning Center
Williston, Vermont
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| Job ID: 31862 |
Application Deadline:
Posted until Filled |
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Posted: October 13, 2009 |
Starting Date:
Immediately |
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The Augmentative Learning & Movement Center is nestled in the Green Mountains of Vermont and seeks a full-time collaborative Clinical Behaviorist to work within three independent schools and school based programs. The position requires excellent written and oral communication skills as well as a thorough understanding in the theory, practice and application of Applied Behavior Analysis. Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification preferred.
The ideal candidate should be interested in working within a clinical model along side a multidisciplinary team consisting of Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Pathologists, Special Educators, and Classroom Teachers. The ALMC is supported by its affiliate Vermont Developmental & Behavioral Medicine which includes a Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrician as well as a consulting Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist.
The applicant must be available to fulfill numerous roles to include direct service and the on-site supervision of programs and instructional staff. The individual identified must be able to develop behavioral programs as well as train and supervise staff responsible for program implementation. The employee must have strong educational skills and the ability to attend to numerous details. The position requires the employee to have skills in working with children and young adults who exhibit mild to severe behavioral disorders and developmental disabilities. Interested individuals must be willing to work directly with students who display aggressive and self-injurious behaviors that are often complex and intense in nature. The employee must have experience working with students who have had multiple treatment failures, complex family situations, and complicated diagnosis.
The ALMC's location provides for a healthy and active lifestyle while at the same time challenging and innovative work with a growing population of students affected with autism spectrum disorder.
Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the organization's web site at www.almc-vermont.com
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Salary:
$35,000 to $50,000 Per Year
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The ALMC operates approved independent schools in Morrisville, VT; Enosburgh Falls, VT; and Williston, VT. We also provide consultation services to students in public school settings across northern VT. Learn more about us... |
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Augmentive Learning Center is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
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1. Ensure behavioral strategies are implemented consistently and accurately across clinical systems in all settings.
2. Develop data-taking mechanisms and reporting strategies for clinical information.
3. Attend team meetings as necessary and requested.
4. Coordinates with Clinical Director a schedule of students to be reviewed.
5. Participate in presenting student progress.
6. Act as an active training member for direct care staff and management staff. This includes on-site staff training, orientation training, clinical and staff meetings.
7. Ensure that all staff demonstrate proficiency in using applied behavior analysis by carrying out behavior change projects meeting designated standards of reliability and scientific rigor, satisfactorily answering questions in regard to the principles of behavior, and by demonstrating proficiency on evaluation developed for each of the essential skills of the position.
8. Assist/oversee admissions and discharges, including documentation requirements.
9. Stay current in research trends in the fields of autism and neurological disorders.
10. Attend all mandatory ALMC in-services and pursue other opportunities for professional growth and development.
11. Maintain current licensure and/or certification and work toward additional licenses or certifications where required or appropriate.
12. Other duties as assigned.
*** The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.
At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
Masters degree preferred Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required |
| There are no application questions required for this job posting. |
Michelle Jewett, Outreach Director
35 Wentworh
Williston, Vermont 05495
Phone: 802 782 5353
Email: click here |
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