Instructor - Social Work jobs in Portland, OR

Description

Are you a self-motivated, hands-on individual looking to do something passionate and meaningful with your career? Join us as we open a world of possibilities.  

We are currently seeking a Behavior Specialist to join our dynamic and growing team! 

• Position starts at $20-$25 per hour based on experience 
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training
• Growth & development opportunities

About Us

The Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is an organization providing services to those with developmental delays, including autism. Our mission is to open a world of possibilities for individuals with Autism and other developmental needs through science, compassion, and humility.

We are grounded in our values of Transparency, Respect, Understanding, & Excellence (TRUE), which guide our efforts as a respected & growing employer and industry leader. Our people and programs deliver personalized, professional, evidence-based behavioral and developmental services to each participant, and peace of mind to caregivers that their loved ones are in the right hands.

About the Opportunity

The primary responsibility of a Relief Behavior Specialist is to implement consistent evidence-based mental health services and Applied Behavioral Analysis programs to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other co-morbid developmental disabilities in response to the recommendations of the Clinical Leader and Clinical Director in the home, center and/or other natural settings whose permanent RBT provider is not available to cover hours or a session. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts 100% of scheduled sessions, unless time-off has been granted or the parents of the client have communicated to the clinical team that they would not like for the hours to be provided. 
• Primarily responsible for conducting subbing sessions for other clients to sustain the productivity margin if a session is cancelled by the family. Subbing sessions will fall on Saturdays and within the employee’s availability.
• Additional hours or sessions may be assigned by the Regional leadership within employee’s availability.
• Implements individualized treatment goals and Behavioral Intervention Plans in response to the direction provided by the Clinical Director and Senior Clinical Leader/Clinical Leader and/or other clinical staff in order to improve the behavior and skill acquisition of clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Travels to Center, Home, and other community settings to deliver services.
• Subbing sessions will primarily take place in the regional centers
• Renders completed sessions daily and writes thorough notes
• Communicates schedule changes and cancellations to clinical team immediately.
• Participates in regular meetings and promptly communicates with Clinical Leaders/Clinical Directors via email and phone, regarding Treatment Plans and Behavioral Intervention Plans, family concerns and questions.
• Fulfills the timely completion of necessary clinical documentation and communication of:
• Daily Treatment Session Notes
• Daily Treatment Target Data
• Daily (If applicable) Behavior Data.
• Keeps updated with other site-related documents and current clinical reports for each child served.
• Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in special education and related fields.
• Attends staff meetings, in-services, trainings, and other meetings as requested.
• Additional job duties as assigned

Benefits & Perks

Starting as a part-time opportunity, you will have an opportunity to grow your career in this purpose-filled industry where you can see results every day. Benefits include:

• Competitive, market pay based on experience, location, and skills 
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
• CSD issued cell phone
• Free college or tuition reimbursement through our Dreams Come True program

About Our TRUE Values

• Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission. There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family’s unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics.
• Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission. No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts.
• Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission. We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning.
• Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission. CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause.

Requirements

About You

Requirements & Qualifications

• You enjoy working with children and making a difference!
• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Flexible availability - high demand for time Monday through Thursday from 3-8 pm
• Complete new hire training conducted online and in person. 
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, and COVID – California mandated) 
• Reliable transportation required 
• Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally and economically diverse population.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 
• Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment.
• Able to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software.

Physical requirements may include but is not limited to:

• Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work 
• Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair 
• Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening 
• Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing 
• Frequent typing, use of computer 
• Occasional walking around building  
• Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling 
• Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds 
• Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car 
• Sitting and maintaining close visual attention to write reports and perform computer work (15%).
• Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading of toys and materials used in home visits (10%).

CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Pursuant to applicable State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.