Available Positions

Direct Support Professional

Job Title: Direct Support Professional for PAC Services
Status: Regular Part-Time Employee
Position Reports to: Director of PAC Services
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​Job Summary:
It is the responsibility of the DSP to provide the highest quality Participant Assistance and Care (PAC) services to clients, ensuring that Partners in Autism, IN-FSSA, and Accreditation standards are being met.


Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Meet with and/or transport clients in a timely, respectful manner
  • Fill out all required paperwork properly and on time
  • Make sure the ISP for PAC services as outlined by Partners in Autism and IN-FSSA are completed for each client
  • Provide supports to the client and their family/guardian
  • Work with the Director of PAC Services and the Owner to ensure quality of records are being maintained
  • Complete all other job training requirements including job shadow and observation as required by Partners in Autism prior to working one-on-one with clients.


Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma
  • Must be age 18 or older
  • Valid Driver’s License and proof of vehicle insurance that covers personal injury, loss of life, and property damage.
  • Must pass a thorough background check
  • Must have experience working with individuals with special needs, preferably with individuals on the autism spectrum.
  • Must complete orientation and required health and safety trainings
  • Must complete DSP trainings as determined by the Director of PAC Services prior to working alone with clients
  • Must be able to use phones, internet, and modern office software/equipment


Physical Requirements: Must be able to meet the clients PAC needs which can change based on the environment and may include physical bending, stooping and lifting of over 25 pounds, standing or sitting for long periods of time, and repetitive actions.
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Behavior Technician

Job Title: ABA Behavior Technician
Status: Regular Full-Time Employee
Position Reports to: Clinical Director


Job Summary:  An Applied Behavior Analysis Technician is responsible for successfully conducting ABA therapy with individuals on the autism spectrum. The Behavior Technician also maintains communication with their assigned Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Clinical Director, client's family/guardian, and coworkers to promote continued success in the behavior of their clients. 


Job Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Apply behavioral principles consistently and follow the ITP (Individualized Treatment Plan) of their clients under the direction of a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst). 
  • Collect acquisition and behavioral data. 
  • Assist clients as needed to acquire skills based on the individual ITP.  This may include but is not limited to toilet training, eating, and other self-help skills. 
  • Complete daily progress notes, parent communication notes, and any other regularly required communication in a professional and timely manner.
  • Maintain a safe work environment for all clients and staff. 
  • Participate in the cleaning of client rooms and maintain cleanliness in other common areas in the clinic. 
  • Adhere to all confidentiality (HIPAA) regulations, Partners in Autism Codes of Conduct, and Policies. 
  • Actively participate and attend staff trainings, meetings, fundraisers, and other Partners in Autism sponsored events. 
  • Communicate in a professional and respectful manner with parents, behavior consultants, technicians, other therapists and clients. 
  • Respond effectively to manage crisis situations which may include a client’s physical aggression. 
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.


Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma 
  • Registered Behavior Technician Certification (may be obtained while employed if necessary)
  • Previous experience working with children with special needs or in a related field preferred.


Physical Qualifications:
  • Be able to lift 50 lb. on a consistent basis.  
  • Be able to spend longs periods of time on the floor with clients.
  • Be able to bend, stoop, pull, push, walk, reach, lift, climb stairs, and run without assistance when applicable.

BCBA

Job Title: BCBA
Status: Regular Full-Time Employee
Position Reports to: Owner, Clinical Director


Job Summary:  A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is responsible for conducting assessments, creating individualized treatment plans (ITPs), programs, and behavior plans for clients at Partners in Autism.  The BCBA will work closely with the owner and management team to provide supervision, training, and required documentation for insurance companies as necessary for the ongoing needs of the facility.


Job Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Create individualized treatment plans (ITPs) according to insurance and clinic requirements. 
  • Create behavior plans as necessary. 
  • Conduct assessments including VB MAPP, Functional Assessments, etc. 
  • Create client programs based on the assessment results and data.
  • Ensure that all aspects of a program are followed and meet state compliance guidelines, and best practices from the BCBA board.
  • Observe clients face-to-face at regular intervals in order to:
  • Ensure that programs are implemented correctly by the Behavior Technicians and other staff.
  • Model techniques for Behavior Technicians.
  • Evaluate data to assess client progress and update programs as necessary.
  • Ensure consistency with Behavior Technicians and other staff within the clinic.
  • Ensure data is collected consistently.
  • Complete daily progress notes, billing sheets, parent communication notes, and any other required communication in a professional and timely manner.
  • Maintain a safe work environment for all clients and staff. 
  • Adhere to confidentiality (HIPAA) regulations. 
  • Actively attend and participate in staff trainings, meetings, and other Partners in Autism sponsored events. 
  • Communicates in a professional and respectful manner with clients/families, BCBAs, Behavior Technicians, and other staff.
  • Respond effectively to crisis situations which may include a client’s physical aggression. 
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.


Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
  • Certified with the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.
  • Complete all other on job training requirements. 


Physical Requirements:
  • Be able to lift up to 50 lb. on a consistent basis.   
  • Be able to bend, stoop, pull, push, walk, reach, lift, climb stairs, and run without assistance when applicable.
  • Be able to spend longs periods of time on the floor with clients. 

Employment Specialist

Job Title: Employment Specialist
Status: Part-Time or Full -Time Employee
Position Reports to: Lead Employment Specialist


Job Summary: 
It is the responsibility of the Employment Specialist to provide the highest quality employment services to clients, ensuring that Partners in Autism, IN-FSSA, and CARF standards are being met. 


Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Meet with Client in a timely, respectful manner 
  • Fill out all required paperwork properly and on time
  • Make sure the steps to employment (as outlined by Partners in Autism and IN-VR) are completed for each client 
  • Provide supports to the client and their family/guardian throughout their employment journey
  • Work with Lead Employment Specialist and Director of Administrative Services to ensure quality of records are being maintained
  • Complete all other job training requirements including job shadows and observations required by Partners in Autism prior to working one on one with clients. 


Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma 
  • Minimum of two years experience working with adults with special needs, preferably with individuals on the autism spectrum.
  • Must complete all orientation and required health and safety trainings 
  • Must complete Employment Specialist trainings as determined by Lead Employment Specialist prior to working directly with clients
  • Must be able to use the internet and modern office software/equipment in order to assist clients with job searching, resumé creation,…etc.


Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the job requirements of the client in order to provide quality on the job training, which may include physical bending, stooping and lifting of over 50 pounds, standing for long periods of time, and repetitive actions such as running a cash register or computer.