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Behavior Technician – Crisis Intervention Field Role – Sacramento, CA Pay Info: $20.00 – $27.00/hour Join a team that changes lives every day. At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves compassionate, skilled, and ethical support—especially those navigating complex behavioral and mental health challenges. Our ABA Crisis Intervention Program (Kala No Limits) provides mobile, community-based, […]
Behavior Technician – Crisis Intervention
Field Role – Sacramento, CA
Pay Info: $20.00 – $27.00/hour
Join a team that changes lives every day.
At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves compassionate, skilled, and ethical support—especially those navigating complex behavioral and mental health challenges. Our ABA Crisis Intervention Program (Kala No Limits) provides mobile, community-based, and in-home services for individuals with developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health needs.
We are seeking motivated Behavioral Support Technicians to join our Sacramento-based crisis ABA team. This is a dynamic, field-based role working directly with clients in home and community settings, providing hands-on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions, de-escalation support, and skill-building services. This position offers strong training, advancement opportunities, and the ability to grow your career in multiple clinical directions.
Position Summary
The Behavior Technician provides direct behavioral support and skill instruction to clients in home and community environments under clinical supervision. Staff implement behavior intervention plans, collect data, support daily functioning, and respond to behavioral escalations using ABA-based strategies. This role requires flexibility, professionalism, and the ability to work independently in the field while maintaining strong communication with the clinical team.
Qualifications
Required
Preferred
Physical Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
What You’ll Do
Compensation
Why Advance Kids – Kala No Limits?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a clinician-owned organization where ethics, professional growth, and client care come first. Our crisis ABA program offers a fast-paced, meaningful career path with strong mentorship, diverse clinical experiences, and clear opportunities for advancement across multiple service areas.
Apply Today and Make a Meaningful Impact in the Community.
Administrative Offices – Sacramento, CA 95827 Overview Salary Range: $32.00 – $40.00 Hourly Residential Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Residential Crisis Program | Sacramento Region, CA Location: Shingle Springs & Orangevale $32–$40/Hour | Full-Time Join a team that changes lives every day. At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity […]
Salary Range: $32.00 – $40.00 Hourly
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Residential Crisis Program | Sacramento Region, CA
Location: Shingle Springs & Orangevale
$32–$40/Hour | Full-Time
Join a team that changes lives every day.
At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have provided innovative residential, clinical, educational, and crisis intervention services for children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities. Our mission is simple: to improve quality of life through compassionate, individualized support and evidence-based care.
We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to support our Residential Crisis Programs. This is an opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team that values integrity, accountability, collaboration, and clinical excellence while making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with complex support needs.
Position Summary
The LVN works under the indirect supervision of the Nurse Consultant (RN) and in accordance with California law and the LVN’s scope of practice. The RN is not required to be physically present during LVN service delivery.
The LVN is an integral member of the clinical team, providing hands-on nursing support, coordinating healthcare services, monitoring client health, administering medications, supporting residential staff, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
This is an active, hands-on position. The LVN is expected to remain engaged throughout each shift in client care support, clinical coordination, documentation, staff training, and healthcare management.
Qualifications
Required
Physical Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
What You’ll Do
Clinical Care & Nursing Support
Medication Management
Medical Appointment Coordination
Documentation & Compliance
Staff Support & Training
Emergency Response
Same-Day RN Notification
The LVN is responsible for notifying the supervising RN the same day regarding:
Additional Responsibilities
Compensation
Why Advance Kids?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
If you are a compassionate, detail-oriented LVN who enjoys hands-on clinical work and wants to be part of a mission-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Today and Help Us Change Lives.
Administrative Offices – Sacramento, CA 95827 Overview Salary Range: $80,000.00 – $80,000.00 Salary/year Description Administrator IDD Residential Crisis Program – ABA | Orangevale, CA Starting at $80,000 Join a team that changes lives every day. At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 […]
Administrative Offices – Sacramento, CA 95827
Salary Range: $80,000.00 – $80,000.00 Salary/year
Administrator
IDD Residential Crisis Program – ABA | Orangevale, CA
Starting at $80,000
Join a team that changes lives every day.
At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have provided residential, clinical, educational, and crisis-intervention services for children, teens, and adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to improve quality of life through compassionate, individualized, evidence-based care.
Our Kala House program in Orangevale provides short-term residential crisis-intervention and stabilization services for adults with developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health needs who have complex behavioral needs. In partnership with Alta Regional Center and a multidisciplinary team of BCBAs, RBTs, and Direct Support Professionals, the program provides person-centered support focused on stabilization, skill development, and transition to less restrictive living environments.
We are seeking an experienced Adult Residential Facility Administrator to lead the daily operations of this specialized residential crisis program. This leadership role is ideal for someone who can combine compassionate, person-centered care with strong operational leadership, regulatory compliance, staff development, and program accountability.
Position Summary
The Adult Residential Facility Administrator oversees the daily operations of the residential program, ensuring safe, high-quality, compliant, and person-centered care.
This role leads residential staff, coordinates with clinical and behavioral teams, and supports individuals through crisis stabilization, skill development, and transition to less restrictive settings. The Administrator also partners with families, Alta Regional Center, and community providers to ensure strong outcomes.
We’re looking for a compassionate, confident leader who can build strong teams, navigate complex situations, and foster a culture of dignity, safety, accountability, and care.
Qualifications
Required
Physical Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
What You’ll Do
Program Leadership & Operations
Resident Care & Support
Behavioral Services & Clinical Coordination
Staff Leadership & Development
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
Incident Reporting & Risk Management
Documentation & Administrative Duties
Communication & Collaboration
Professional Development
Compensation:
Benefits:
Why Advance Kids?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Apply Today and Help Us Change Lives.
Kala Springs – Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Overview Salary Range $29.58 – $32.64 Hourly Description Lead Direct Support Professional II/Assistant Administrator – Residential Crisis Program Location Options: Shingle Springs $29.58 – $32.64/hour Join a team that changes lives every day. At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. […]
Kala Springs – Shingle Springs, CA 95682
Salary Range
$29.58 – $32.64 Hourly
Lead Direct Support Professional II/Assistant Administrator – Residential Crisis Program
Location Options: Shingle Springs
$29.58 – $32.64/hour
Join a team that changes lives every day.
At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have provided innovative residential, clinical, educational, and crisis intervention services for children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities. Our mission is simple: to improve quality of life through compassionate, individualized support and evidence-based care.
Position Summary
As a Lead Direct Service Professional (DSP) II, you’ll be an active part of our residential crisis programs supporting. Your responsibilities include:
Program & Administrative Support
Individual Care, Support & Rights
Health, Medication & Emergency Response
Crisis & Behavioral Support
Compliance, Documentation & Risk Management
Staff Communication & Team Collaboration
Home & Program Maintenance
Professional Conduct & Reliability
Qualifications
Required
Physical Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
Compensation:
Why Advance Kids?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Apply Today and Help Us Change Lives.
Description Supervises RBTs by carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assessing the needs of RBTs; providing ongoing feedback; providing necessary support required in order to provide quality individualized behavior programs; troubleshoots weaknesses and provides one on one teaching to increase their knowledge and abilities; appraising performance; […]
Supervises RBTs by carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assessing the needs of RBTs; providing ongoing feedback; providing necessary support required in order to provide quality individualized behavior programs; troubleshoots weaknesses and provides one on one teaching to increase their knowledge and abilities; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
•Oversees client hours provided and achieves required client hours.
•Provides clients with on-site supervision.
•Assesses the needs of clients and develops individualized behavior programs accordingly.
•Oversee therapy teams to ensure client success, reviews data, provides recommendations and monitors progress.
•Develops, implements and monitors behavior intervention plans and provides ongoing behavior consultation to address behavior excesses and promotes independence.
•Provides effective communication and collaboration with parents and staff members which are critical components of the position to ensure consistent and effective implementation of behavior services.
•Serve as member of the IEP’s and PTM’s to provide objectives, behavior intervention plans, and recommendations for comprehensive goals for their clients to be implemented in the home.
•Continuously oversees the child’s progress and troubleshoot to create the most effective treatment plan for the team.
•Monitors and modifies treatment plans.
•Conduct workshops for families, schools, parents and teachers in ABA.
•Interfaces with adjunct service providers and interfaces with representatives from schools, insurance companies, and other agencies.
•Writes and approves reports including: assessment, update, exit and termination reports according to timelines and formats provided.
•Attends and observes client’s in-home program. The behavior consultant will monitor curriculum, review the learning tree, monitor data collection, and observe program implementation.
•Level 3 BCBAs are expected to provide mentoring to Level 2 BCBAs as assigned by the department director in preparation for future supervisory role(s).
•Conducts competencies, evaluations, and level reviews as need for all subordinates.
•Discuss concerns and observations of care providers (i.e., parents).
•Attends and participates in conferences and meetings.
•Attends monthly consult meetings with supervisors to review caseload, duties and needs.
•Conducts monthly behavior consultant meetings.
•Conducts monthly consultant/lead paraprofessional meetings.
•Maintains central reach calendar.
•Maintains accurate billing records.
•Updates HR with valid personal records.
•Performs other duties as assigned.
•On Call 8am to 7pm for Kala No Limits
LEADERSHIP
Integrity
Ability to be honest and has internal guiding principles that are not compromised. Treats others with respect. Represents AK philosophy. Represents self and company in a professional manner. Understands, adheres to, and implements all company policies and procedures. Ability to attend and be punctual to meetings. Ability to maintain client, employee and company confidentiality.
Communication
Excellent communication skills including public speaking and writing skills and demonstrated ability to structure large amounts of information in a written document that is clear and easy to understand. Effective interpersonal communications with subordinates and peers. Ability to communicate information down to subordinates. Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner (within 48 hours when not on LOA or sooner if urgent). Direct all concerns/problems regarding staff to your supervisor. Communication that involves informing or seeking of approval should also be submitted to your supervisor.
Relationships
Ability to build positive business relationships with subordinates and peers through good interpersonal and group communication skills. Ability to build a strong team through the trust and respect of others. Maintain a positive attitude.
Persuasion/Influence
Ability to persuade or influence others to follow your lead.
Adaptability
Ability to be adaptable and flexible, embrace change and see it as an opportunity. Welcomes and applies feedback to improve performance.
Accountability
Every team member is 100% accountable to the team. Accept responsibility for your respective contributions to the failures and errors of the team. Refrain from assuming that he/she knows the intention of another member. Concentrate efforts on solutions and refrain from complaining, finger pointing, passing on of accountability. Ability to follow directions and to set and achieve goals. Applies feedback to improve performance. Notifies department director when there is a lack of progress or significant gains.
Teamwork
Ability to know how to build and nurture a team. Know when to be a leader and when to be a follower. Ability to handle team conflict. Ability to work collaboratively with others. Respect the opinions and positions of fellow team members. Allow others to speak freely and respectfully before commenting or responding.
Coaching and Development
Ability to encourage others to expand their capabilities and take on additional assignments. Ability to train others effectively. Volunteers readily, asks for help, and offers help when needed. Pursues own training and development opportunities.
Decision-making
Ability to wade through information, comprehend what’s relevant, make a well-considered decision, and take action based on that decision.
Cognitive Attributes
Intelligence, Basic Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills, Creative Thinking Skills, Ability to Learn, Absorptive Capacity.
Social Attributes
Communication Skills, Social Awareness Skills, Social Judgment Skills, Persuasion and Negotiation Skills, Collaboration Skills, Team Building Skills, Relationship Building Skills, Behavioral Complexity – The ability to exhibit contrary or
opposing behaviors (as appropriate or necessary) while still retaining some measure of integrity, credibility and direction. Multicultural Awareness and Sensitivity.
Supervision:
Prior supervisory experience is not required, but preferred. Behavior Consultants are required to provide supervision and direction to two or more RBT’s.
Education and/or Experience:
Non-BCBA Position any of the following:
•Minimum Master’s Degree with BCBA “in progress” desirable.
•BCaBA
•Bachelor’s Degree + semester units in applied behavior analysis + 1 year direct care experience
•Bachelor’s Degree + 2 years of direct care experienceBCBA Position: Currently holds BCBA.
Physical Demands:
Ability to run, stand, sit, stoop, crawl, kneel, reach, push, and lift a child weighing 50 pounds; vocal & hearing acuity; use of a computer; ability to travel via automobile.
Background Checks and/or Licensing:
Must be 18 years of age or older; criminal background check; reference checks; provide a negative TB test; provide immunization records; education verification; current drivers license and proof of valid auto insurance.
Other Requirements:
Must have reliable means of transportation; availability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week; and have access to a computer with knowledge of internet, e-mail and Microsoft Office applications.
Description The paraprofessional provides one-on-one behavior modification and academic instruction for high school students diagnosed with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Paraprofessional will also work with the classroom teacher in developing appropriate goal oriented activities, work at a one to three ratio with students while implementing curriculum as directed […]
| The paraprofessional provides one-on-one behavior modification and academic instruction for high school students diagnosed with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities: |
| The Paraprofessional will also work with the classroom teacher in developing appropriate goal oriented activities, work at a one to three ratio with students while implementing curriculum as directed by the classroom teacher, perform direct care duties for assigned students and communicate with students through adaptive communication methods.Implement behavior intervention plans for individual students as specified by the teacher and behavior consultant.Monitor progress by accurately recording each session and providing notes as indicated by the teacher on designated data sheets.Know and understand the specific lesson goals and behavior plans of each student.Understand and implement each individual lesson (specific SD or “instruction”, the exact target response that the student must display, the specific prompt level anticipated before giving the SD, and the appropriate amount/type of the consequence for the target response).Communication with the teacher and director for questions on lesson implementation or progression, training needs, problems with student’s progression, behavior excesses, etc. |
Physical Demands:
Run to safely intervene when a client is eloping or engaging in unsafe behavior. · Stand, sit, stoop, crawl, kneel, and reach to assist clients during daily activities and behavioral interventions. · Push and lift individuals weighing up to 75 pounds when necessary for safety, support, or mobility assistance. · Visually observe, vocally communicate, and hear clearly to monitor client behavior, respond to emergencies, and engage in therapeutic interactions. · Use a computer for documentation, communication, and program planning. · Travel via automobile for transportation of clients and/or community outings with clients.
Education equivalent to a high school diploma, continuing education units a plus, and a minimum of one year experience working with children or adults, preferably in related field.
Must be at least 18 years old; criminal background check; reference checks; provide a negative TB test; education verification; current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
Other Requirements:
Must have reliable means of transportation and willingness to transport students via personal automobile; availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week; and have access to a computer with knowledge of internet, e-mail and Microsoft Office applications.
Description The direct care staff members, “Partners”, provide direct instruction and support for teen and adult consumers diagnosed with autism and other disabilities. Partners participate in a comprehensive hiring process of interviews and mandatory educational, health, and security clearances. Once employed Partners are required to attend mandatory training and pass competency written and in situ […]
The direct care staff members, “Partners”, provide direct instruction and support for teen and adult consumers diagnosed with autism and other disabilities. Partners participate in a comprehensive hiring process of interviews and mandatory educational, health, and security clearances. Once employed Partners are required to attend mandatory training and pass competency written and in situ exams and evaluations within the first two weeks of date of hire before being assigned to a group of consumers. In the first year of employment, Partners are required to pass field competency tests every three months.
Provide supervision, instruction and guidance of consumers per directives provided by the Clinical Behavior Consultant.
Support work tasks as designed.
Ensure participation in work routines e.g., breaks, meal breaks, leisure time, etc.
Ensure participation in leisure activities e.g., reading, games, etc.
Provide support during adaptive skill routines e.g., preparing a meal, hygiene, etc.
Record the performance of individual consumers.
Implement behavior intervention plans and record all data relevant to such behavior excesses.
Provide ongoing input, data, and communication with clinical behavior consultant on consumer progress, training needs, problems with consumer’s progression, behavior excesses, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis, command of terminology in order to effectively communicate with supervisors and administration, understanding and working knowledge of the basic behavioral principles, verbal behavior, and incidental training; knowledge of prompt hierarchy, ability to appropriately address behavior excesses i.e., tantrum, aggression, etc.
Punctual to sessions and meetings, consistently at work and on time, presents self professionally, dresses appropriately;
Works well independently and as a team player; maintains effective and proper working relationships among coworkers, clients, and supervisors; welcomes feedback, accepts responsibility for own actions, follows directions, follows proper chain of command;
Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations, keeps emotions under control, maintains client and company confidentiality;
Effective oral and written communication, participates in meetings;
Sets and achieves goals, adheres to a schedule, pursues training and development opportunities attends ongoing mandated professional development, volunteers readily, asks for help and offers help when needed, applies feedback to improve performance, monitors own work to ensure quality and accuracy, meets productivity standards, ability to multi-task, organizes work, completes work in timely manner, checks and responds to email daily, completes billing on time and accurately;
Displays original thinking and creativity, meets challenges with resourcefulness, works well with teens and adults, displays high energy level;
Observes safety and security procedures, reports unsafe conditions, uses equipment and materials properly;
Adheres to all company policies and procedures
Education/Experience/Training:
Education equivalent to High School Diploma.
Minimum of six months experience working with individuals with special needs in a home, care setting, classroom, recreational program, therapeutic or tutorial setting, or ABA program.
Partners receive formalized continuing education training throughout their employment, and are provided with continued hands on training and feedback on their performance on a daily basis. If a Partner exhibits deficits in any particular area of program implementation, re-training is provided within 30 days. Partners must receive 80% passing rate on all areas of the field competency and evaluation forms.
Physical Demands:
Ability to run, stand, sit, stoop, crawl, kneel, reach, push, and lift 75 pounds; vocal & hearing acuity; use of a computer; ability to travel via automobile.
Background Checks and/or Licensing:
Must be at least 18 years old; criminal background check; reference checks; provide a negative TB test; education verification; current drivers license and proof of auto insurance.
Other Requirements:
Must have reliable means of transportation and willingness to travel via personal automobile; availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week; and have access to a computer with knowledge of internet, email and Microsoft Office applications.
Overview Kala House – Orangevale, CA 95662 Salary Range $24.50 – $28.50 Hourly Description Interim Lead Direct Support Professional – Residential Crisis Program Location Options: Orangevale, Elverta, Rio Linda & Shingle Springs $24.50 – $28.50/hour Do you have a goal of becoming a Lead DSP, maybe even an administrator? Here’s your opportunity to build the […]
Kala House – Orangevale, CA 95662
Salary Range $24.50 – $28.50 Hourly
Interim Lead Direct Support Professional – Residential Crisis Program
Location Options: Orangevale, Elverta, Rio Linda & Shingle Springs
$24.50 – $28.50/hour
Do you have a goal of becoming a Lead DSP, maybe even an administrator? Here’s your opportunity to build the experience and skills to get there.
At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have provided innovative residential, clinical, educational, and crisis intervention services for children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities. Our mission is simple: to improve quality of life through compassionate, individualized support and evidence-based care.
Position Summary
The Interim Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) role is an opportunity for experienced DSPs to develop and demonstrate their leadership skills while continuing to provide direct support to adults in our residential crisis programs. This position is designed for individuals who are interested in growing into a Lead DSP role and want to gain hands-on experience directing and supporting a residential team.
Interim Lead DSPs work directly with residents during regular DSP shifts. When serving in the interim lead capacity, responsibilities include:
Qualifications
Required
Physical Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
Compensation:
Why Advance Kids?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Apply Today and Help Us Change Lives.
Overview Salary Range$27.00 – $32.64 Hourly Description Lead Direct Support Professional – Residential Crisis Program Locoation Options: Orangevale, Elverta, & Rio Linda $27 – $32.64/hour Join a team that changes lives every day. At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have […]
Lead Direct Support Professional – Residential Crisis Program
Locoation Options: Orangevale, Elverta, & Rio Linda
$27 – $32.64/hour
Join a team that changes lives every day.
At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have provided innovative residential, clinical, educational, and crisis intervention services for children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities. Our mission is simple: to improve quality of life through compassionate, individualized support and evidence-based care.
As a Lead Direct Service Professional (DSP), you’ll be an active part of our residential crisis programs supporting adults. Your responsibilities include:
Required
Physical Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
Why Advance Kids?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Apply Today and Help Us Change Lives.
Kala House – Orangevale, CA 95662 Overview Salary Range $23.00 – $26.00 Hourly Description • Provide the type of care and supervision needed by residents, including ability to communicate with such residents• Carry out the facility’s program design including but not limed to Ensuring residents’ rights. • Meet statutory qualifications and company policy qualifications including all […]
Salary Range
$23.00 – $26.00 Hourly
• Provide the type of care and supervision needed by residents, including ability to communicate with such residents
• Carry out the facility’s program design including but not limed to
Ensuring residents’ rights.
• Meet statutory qualifications and company policy qualifications including all continuing education requirements
• Respect and maintain confidentiality regarding individuals supported and employees.
• Utilize Universal precautions at all times while on duty.
• Report to work on time and as defined by the schedule consistently.
• Notify and obtain approval from supervisor for any changes in schedule.
• Maintain professionalism including appearance at all times while working.
• Respectfully communicate and explain all information and procedures with the individual(s) supported so that they can make informed decisions about all aspects of their life.
• Provide input regarding individual’s progress and needs, and actively participate in their IPP meeting.
• Assist and/or participate in the administration of prescribed oral medications, nebulizers, blood pressure devices, glucose monitoring, or any other medical equipment under written direction of physician or as directed by supervisor.
• Accurately complete Medication Assistance Records (MAR) as required.
• Assist individual with transfers in and out of bed, automobile, wheelchair, toilet, shower/bath, up and down stairs, and in community.
• Consistently use all mobility, adaptive, and medical devices safely and as directed.
• Attend medical appointments as directed by supervisor and communicate information/outcome accurately and timely to individual and supervisor.
• Provide intervention and support during crisis situations using CPI and Ukeru principles, follow behavior plans, and report incidents in a timely manner to the appropriate persons (e.g., 911, police, doctor, supervisor, Administrator).
• Ensure that residents are with a responsible Community Crisis Home employee at all times.
• Report workplace safety issues, needed repairs, threats to individual or employees, potential liabilities, and other concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Report any work-related injury or illness to Supervisor and Human Resources Director immediately.
• Follow duties as assigned by the individual and/or supervisor regarding cleaning/changing of bed linens, doing laundry, yard maintenance, and general house cleaning chores.
• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, including special incident reports, daily case notes, payroll timesheets, and medical/financial logs.
• Maintain a positive work environment.
• Follow agency’s internal grievance policy.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings, and other meeting requested by the individual, supervisor, stakeholders, or agency.
• Use feedback to improve performance.
• Ask for help when needed.
• Practice good problem solving skills and the ability to make decisions in the absence of a policy.
• Communicate pertinent information to individuals (e.g. schedules, job functions, needed improvements, holidays, expectations, upcoming events, affirmations, and time/money related information).
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings, IPP meetings, and other meetings requested by individual, supervisor, and/or Service Coordinator.
• Assist in development of behavior plans by providing accurate information, as needed.
• Participate in individuals’ assessments, as requested.
• Provide information for ISP reports, as needed, by completing questionnaires and sharing information related to the individual’s skills, needs, and goals.
• Follow Community Crisis Home activity schedule
• Administer CPR and/or First Aid, as needed.
• Request any needed equipment (e.g. adaptive equipment, cleaning supplies, First Aid supplies) to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Respond to communication (e.g. email, text, written, verbal, in person) in a timely manner.
Other Competencies or Skills:
• One year from hire date, staff must satisfactory complete the first and second Direct Support Professional (DSP) 35-hour competency- based training courses respectively and pass the competency test application to each training segment.
• Ability to read and write in the English language, in order to perform essential duties.
• Possess ASL/Sign Language skills, if applicable for the needs of the individual.
• Possess basic mathematical skills, in order to assist individual with medications, shopping, cooking, and budgeting.
• Successfully complete the on-site orientation process.
• Successfully complete a minimum of 25 hours of continuing education within each twelve-month period following the assumption of duties (including training in Person Centered Planning, Positive Behavior Supports and Trauma Informed Care, Cultural Competency).
Education and/or Experience:
• High School Diploma or the equivalent
• A minimum of six months of prior experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities with challenging behavior service needs
Physical Demands:
• Good physical health verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure
Background Checks and/or Licensing:
• Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by law or Department regulations or
• Successfully pass background check, DMV report, and drug screening test
Other Requirements:
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid California Class C driver’s licensure in good standing
• Obtain and maintain at all times while employed by Kala House, current CPR/first aid certification, 25-hour of assaultive behavior training as provided by certified trainers as well as Trauma Informed Care, Person Centered Planning, Positive Behavior Supports and Cultural Competency
Why Advance Kids?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Apply Today and Help Us Change Lives.
Bradshaw Center Based – Sacramento, CA 95827 Overview Salary Range: $18.36 – $26.00 Hourly Description Paraprofessional Clinic Based Sacramento and Natomas Pay $18.36 – $26.00 Join a team that changes lives every day. At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we […]
Bradshaw Center Based – Sacramento, CA 95827
Salary Range: $18.36 – $26.00 Hourly
Paraprofessional
Clinic Based Sacramento and Natomas
Pay $18.36 – $26.00
Join a team that changes lives every day.
At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have provided innovative residential, clinical, educational, and crisis intervention services for children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities. Our mission is simple: to improve quality of life through compassionate, individualized support and evidence-based care.
We are seeking a dedicated Paraprofessionals and RBT’s to support our clinical programs. This is an opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team that values integrity, accountability, collaboration, and clinical excellence while making a profound impact on the lives of individuals with complex support needs.
Position Summary
The Paraprofessional / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), provides one-on-one behavior treatment for children diagnosed with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Qualifications
Required
Physical Requirements
Pre-Employment Requirements
What You’ll Do
Main Job Duty
Compensation:
Why Advance Kids?
At Advance Kids, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
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