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Maxim Healthcare Services Direct

Autism Aide - In Home!

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$42,001 / year median in California

+19% projected growth

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Autism Aide
  • In Home! Maxim Healthcare Services Direct
  • 3.5 Pleasanton, CA Job Details $24
  • $28 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Commuter assistance Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications CPR Certification Patient progress tracking Social skills building Mental health and behavioral care Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Community care (work setting) Direct client contact Childhood developmental delays Direct behavioral therapy Care documentation English Developmental disability care assistance High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Psychology Data collection for student progress in special education Behavioral data entry Teaching students with autism spectrum disorder Adults with developmental disabilities Patient progress monitoring Social Work 1 year Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for children Disability services experience Communication skills Behavior intervention plans (BIP) implementation Entry level Mobile devices
Full Job Description Hourly Pay:
$24
  • $28 / hour Make a meaningful difference, one child at a time.
If you're looking for more than a job, join Maxim Healthcare as a Behavior Technician and help children and/or adults build skills that can support greater independence, communication, and connection. You'll provide one-on-one support in home-based or community-based settings, depending on each client's individual needs, while working alongside experienced Board Certified Behavior Analysts. No two sessions are exactly alike, but every session provides an opportunity to celebrate progress and help someone reach an important goal. Why Join Maxim? Competitive hourly pay with weekly paychecks Paid time off Health, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account, life insurance, and 401(k) savings plan College partnership and tuition reimbursement options Mileage reimbursement Morning, afternoon, and evening schedules available High session utilization and makeup hours available Awards and recognition Program Opportunities to strengthen your behavioral-health skills and grow your career What You'll Do Work one-on-one with children and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and similar developmental delays and behavioral health challenges Help individuals build social and communication skills Support families by addressing repetitive or restrictive behaviors Follow behavior-change plans created by Board Certified Behavior Analysts Collect and document progress, milestones, and session information accurately Create encouraging, structured interactions during every session What You Bring Passion for working with individuals with special needs Proficiency in the English language is required Successful completion of 40-hour and ABA Training. Training provided, must be completed prior to providing service. Technological proficiency including mobile devices for documentation Strong communication skills Current CPR and First Aid certification Current PPD or Chest X Ray Ability to effectively elicit/ provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) High school diploma or equivalent required Must be at least 18 years of age
Either:
Completed college coursework in psychology, education, social work, behavioral science, or human development; or At least one year of experience working with children as a Child Development professional, Camp Counselor, Paraprofessional, Behavioral Interventionist, ABA Therapist, or Behavior Technician Start Building a Career That Matters Whether you bring direct ABA experience or experience supporting children in another setting, this role can help you build valuable behavioral-health skills. Ready to kick start your career in behavioral health? Apply now or contact Ali at 510-542-5775 ext. 3! Office hours Monday
  • Friday 8am
  • 5pm.
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and
Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts,
Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Maxim Healthcare Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.