Autism Intervention Assistant

Title: Autism Intervention Assistant (Part-Time)

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-College of Education

Department: UNT-Autism Center-132710

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $9.50 per hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

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Department Summary

The UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) provides clinical services to support learning, development, community participation, and quality of life of individuals on the autism spectrum. KFAC offers programming for early childhood as well as middle childhood/adolescence. In addition, KFAC offers specialized programming for children with challenging behaviors that interfere with access to age-appropriate activities.

Position Overview

To support our clinical programming, we seek to hire intervention assistants. These are entry-level positions for people interested in pursuing a career in autism. The successful candidate will have personal or professional experiences interacting with children or adolescents and has a passion for supporting learning and development of neuro diverse individuals.

Under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who has expertise in educational settings, intervention assistants are responsible for implementing skill building and behavior support plans, preparing/supporting classroom lessons, preparing learning materials, collecting data, and reporting learning outcomes. This position requires >9 months on-the-job training and supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of autism spectrum disorders and evidence-based practices.
• Experience working with individuals with ASD is preferred by not mandatory
• Ability to serve as a contributing member of a multi-disciplinary team in making decisions regarding client programming.
• Ability to be patient, flexible, versatile and cope with stressful situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for the direct implementation of skill-acquisition and behavior- reduction plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Assists direct supervisors in the preparation of client materials.
• Accurately collects, records, and analyzes data and reports concerns regarding client progress.
• Implements evidence-based practices including behavior-analytic techniques.
• Maintains awareness of trends and best practices in the area of autism intervention.
• Follows UNT and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists clients with physical needs and personal care according to their needs, including lifting, positioning,…