Trainee Behavior Technician

Proodos Care is a mobile affirming, compassionate and certified ABA therapy provider and we offer home, school and community based therapy in the aspect of speech, communication and behavior. Some of our services include: Speech Therapy, Behavior Intervention, Sensory Integration, Academic Therapy and Vocational Training.

Job description:
-Will assist in the implementation of person-centered programs utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavior Support best practice
-Will support children by teaching functional skills, developing communication systems, enhancing social skills under a framework that provides choice and promotes empowerment.
-Will monitor and take accurate data daily as per service each child’s targets
-Will support children during times of disruptive behavior.
-Will ensure all programme materials are organized and accessible
-Will assist children with self-help skills including personal care and hygiene needs (e.g., toileting, nappy changing, feeding, bathing, nail cutting, and medication)
-Will model best practice and professionalism at all times
-Will attend mandatory trainings, team meetings and self-directed e-learning modules
-Will promote safeguarding and wellbeing for children to the highest standard
-Will carry out other duties as required by the Program Director

Requirements
-Must have at least 1 year of applied experience working with individuals with a diagnosis of developmental delay and/or autism
-1+ year of applied experience working with individuals with speech sound disorders is an added advantage
-Must have experience in managing challenging behaviors
-Must have experience in utilizing ABA methodologies for skill acquisition

Preferred qualifications:
Candidates with a degree in Psychology, Child Development Studies, Special Education or related fields will be given preference
ABAT or RBT also preferred

Candidates must be resident in Lagos or willing to relocate at their own cost