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Pediatric Autism Health Aide

Staffing Management Group

CALIFORNIA

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Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Analysis Skills, Autism, Behavioral Health, Clinical Facilities, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Healthcare Providers, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pediatrics, Physical Demands, Psychology, Regulations, Special Education, Speech and Language Pathology, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
CALIFORNIA
POSTED
11 days ago
A pediatric autism health aide provides one-on-one, sensory-aware support to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Their role bridges medical, behavioral, and developmental needs. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities (ADLs), managing challenging behaviors using therapeutic strategies, and promoting the childs independence in home and community settings. Core Responsibilities Behavioral Support: Implement strategies guided by Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to decrease problem behaviors and reinforce adaptive, positive skills. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting while respecting the child's dignity and developmental stage. Sensory Regulation: Adjust environments to accommodate sensory processing needs, recognize signs of sensory overload, and utilize de-escalation techniques. Skill Development: Model appropriate social skills and assist with educational and motor tasks. Monitoring & Documentation: Track behavioral data, observe changes in physical or emotional well-being, and write detailed progress notes for the clinical team. Key Qualifications & Requirements Education: A high school diploma is often the minimum, but many roles prefer or require a Bachelors degree in psychology, special education, nursing, or a related field. Experience: Previous professional or personal childcare experience, particularly with special needs or behavioral challenges, is highly valued. Certifications: Many roles (especially clinic-based ones) require or provide paid training to achieve Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within the first few weeks. Physical Demands: Must be able to shift positions quickly, sit or kneel on the floor for extended periods, and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs. Work Environment & Resources: Aides may work in specialized autism clinics, residential facilities, private family homes, or even accompany children to school. They frequently collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). Local agencies and healthcare networks in Delaware County, PA, frequently hire for these positions, often categorizing them as Autism Aides, Autism Caregivers, or Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs

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