Career Opportunities at Step by Step

A Behavior Respite (BR) provider offers temporary relief for caregivers by supporting children with behavioral or developmental challenges. Their primary role is to provide one-on-one care, ensuring the child’s safety and well-being while engaging in meaningful activities. The provider works with the child or adult to address specific needs, such as daily activities, communication, or coping strategies, often using techniques from behavioral therapy. This service allows parents or caregivers to take a break, knowing their child is in a safe, supportive environment. The provider tailors their approach to each child’s unique needs and behaviors.

An Early Intervention (EI) in-home provider supports  children birth to 3 years old who are at risk for or showing signs of developmental delays. They work directly in the child's home for 1 hr a week, providing personalized services to help the child meet developmental milestones in areas like communication, motor skills, social interaction, and daily activities. The provider uses research-based strategies to promote skill development, often tailoring activities to the child's unique needs. They also collaborate with parents and caregivers, offering guidance and training on how to support their child's growth at home. The goal is to help the child develop essential skills early on, setting a strong foundation for future learning and development.

An Early Intervention (EI) center-based provider works with children 16-36 months who have developmental delays or disabilities, offering specialized support in a structured, clinic-like setting. These providers use evidence-based strategies to address areas such as communication, motor skills, socialization, and cognitive development. They create individualized treatment plans based on each child's specific needs, helping them achieve developmental milestones. The provider works closely with the child in a group setting, providing targeted interventions, and often collaborates with families to ensure the strategies are applied consistently at home. The goal is to maximize the child's potential by addressing developmental concerns early and helping them build skills for future success.

A Behavior Intervention (BI) provider works with individuals to address and improve specific behavioral challenges, often related to developmental or emotional concerns. We use evidence-based techniques, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and FloorTime to assess the individual's behavior, identify triggers, and implement strategies for promoting positive behaviors while reducing negative ones. The provider develops and executes personalized intervention plans, focusing on skill-building in areas like communication, socialization, self-regulation, and daily living tasks. The goal is to support the individual's progress in various settings, such as home or school, while working closely with caregivers to ensure consistency and long-term success.

A Social Skills provider helps children or individuals develop essential social and communication skills to interact more effectively with others. They focus on teaching skills such as making eye contact, taking turns in conversation, understanding body language, managing emotions, and forming positive relationships. Using structured activities, role-playing, and real-life scenarios, the provider creates opportunities for practice in social situations. The goal is to build confidence and improve social interactions, whether in school, at home, or in the community. Social skills providers also collaborate with parents and caregivers to reinforce these skills outside of sessions, promoting long-term success in social environments.

A Program Supervisor, Director, BCBA (or other) in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is responsible for overseeing the overall operations of an ABA program or agency. They provide leadership and ensure the delivery of high-quality, ethical behavioral interventions for clients. The director manages staff, including behavior analysts, therapists, and support teams, ensuring that treatment plans are implemented effectively. They are involved in developing and monitoring individualized programs, tracking client progress, and making necessary adjustments to meet therapeutic goals. Additionally, the director ensures compliance with relevant regulations, oversees staff training and development, manages budgets, and communicates with families and other professionals. Their primary goal is to ensure the success of both clients and staff while maintaining the integrity of the program.