Social Group Lead (Internal Posting)

MeBe is a provider of evidence-based therapies for children with autism and other special needs. Our mission is to empower families, professionals, and communities by educating and training them on evidence-based approaches. Our secret sauce? Play-filled, research-based care across multi-disciplines including ABA, Speech and OT.

At MeBe, you’ll be offered more than a job.  You’ll receive training and support to develop a career in Applied Behavior Analysis and grow as an individual. You’ll work with extraordinary team members who share a common goal, to help children with autism be their best selves.  Your days will be filled with meaning and purpose.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Social Group Leader (SGL) to oversee weekend Social Groups. The SGL role will play a pivotal role in implementing and managing social group programs that align with our organization's mission and values. 

About You

• You take pride in your work, pay attention to the small details, and have a reputation for doing quality work. Above all, you firmly believe that quality care is synonymous with collaborative care."

• You value transparency and operate with candor and compassion. You inspire others to be their best selves.

• You love to weave fun and laughter into whatever you do. Making a positive impact is what drives you.

• You value individuality and find yourself gravitating towards people with other interests who think outside the box, and push the status quo. 

About What You’ll Work On

Job Duties (During Social Group, up to 6 hours each Saturday):

• Facilitate social groups utilizing a daily agenda and focused social skills goals

• Direct RBTs with clients according to agendas and rules/expectations

• Responsible for facilitating setup and teardown before and after clients arrive

• Answer quick questions and concerns from participants and/or caregivers when necessary

• Manage potential staff conflict

• Ability to float across a variety of clients, ability to cover rest and meal breaks

• As needed, based on the size of the group, will work 1:1 with a client while leading the group. For a social group of 5 or more clients, the Site Director will determine if the Social Group Lead will have a 1:1 client or will be available to float.

Job Duties (During Admin Time, 1 hour per week)

• Send and respond to emails re: social group

• Prepare session agenda for weekly Social Group

• Revise curriculum content/social group resources as requested

• Submit material/purchase requests to your Site Director

• Communicate with the Site Director any clinical program needs/issues (e.g. escalating concerns about a client not being a good fit)

• Communicate with Site Director about any staff/parent issues that arise (e.g. any level of dissatisfaction by staff or caregiver)

• Attend quarterly check in meetings with the Site Director regarding event progress

Qualifications:

• Consistent Saturday availability (typically 9am - 3pm depending on location, alternating with another Social Group Leader for 2 Saturdays per month)

• Ability to "think on your feet" and problem-solve on the go

• High levels of planning and organizational skills

• Flexible to evolve with the program’s needs

• Receptive to feedback from caregivers and staff

• Comfortable with leading groups of RBTs through a variety of activities including recess games, arts & crafts, etc.

• Comfortable communicating policies with staff and families

• RBT credential (and all other credentials required for your region)

Benefits Include:

• Promotion Pay Increase

  • Clinical Rate: $1.00 per hour increase on current RBT clinical rate for direct therapy and duties related to the role. 

  • Administrative rate: local minimum wage for non-role related administrative tasks such as, but not limited to, drive time, cleaning, and material making 

• Paid days off

• Medical, Vision, Dental- Anthem Insurance

• Life, AD&D, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Short Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance 

• Invest in your mental health with access to free mental health sessions

• Protect your pet with discounted pet insurance

• Secure your future with our 401k program

• Tuition discounts available to all employees through our University Partnerships

• Expansive treatment spaces

• Options for positions in variety of settings: clinic; in-home

• Scheduling department handles reschedules, cancellations and permanent changes to schedules

• Work tools provided

• Company sponsored, fun events for everyone

For more information, please visit our website at www.mebefamily.com 

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.