We would like to welcome a committed, reliable and strong Administrative Assistant to join our ABA Center team. The ideal candidate for this position is excited to work in a dynamic environment at our Center where they will support our staff as they work with children diagnosed with Autism. This candidate is a creative team player who takes initiative; is comfortable working with children of all ages; can manage a moderate call volume; organizes and files documentation appropriately; is attentive to site maintenance; and has great multi-tasking skills.

This position is Monday - Friday 11:45 AM - 7:30 PM and Saturday 9:45AM-4PM (every other Saturday is possible but not preferred).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)
• Administrative: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Auburn, MA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Qualifications:

• Excellent phone etiquette
• Must be great with Children and young adults
• Professional childcare experience- caring for other people's children in a professional setting.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities (preferred)
• Excellent customer service skills
• Skilled at multi-tasking and possess an ability to prioritize workflow
• Creative and attentive to detail
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite & Google Business suit
• Must be comfortable with using and learning new technology
• Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Assists clients and therapists as needed (providing equipment and break support)
• Please note that our center and home-based services do not use restraints to manage behavior escalations.

Responsibilities:

• Office reception functions (i.e. Coordinating child arrival/departure and managing appointments)
• Maintain and coordinate HR activities
• Takes calls and manages documentation regarding client intake
• Handles all phones calls in a professional and courteous manner
• Assists with HR and Marketing campaigns & efforts
• Communicates important information to employees and clients
• Center maintenance- basic closing duties and maintaining stocked kitchen/supplies
• We primarily provide home-based services with the Center functioning as a place for clients to work on socialization, specialized skills training, and client engagement.

About Us:

At AKABA, we are focused on achieving the goal of home & community with convenience, dignity, safety, and improved health. AKABA is a private and independent agency founded in 2014 in Massachusetts by health care professionals (originally part of Apex K Home Care - est 2012). We work with families with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders in their homes, communities and at our center to provide high quality ABA Services. We use the Science of ABA to implement individualized interventions that help our clients cultivate functional behaviors in a variety of settings by enhancing communication skills and teaching strategies for self-regulation.

Our team believes in developing talent and offers opportunities for growth in a diversity of skill sets. We offer online, self-paced access to the Registered Behavior Technician training which also increases the pay rate upon completion.

Education and experience:

Behavior Technician, ABA Therapist, Daycare, Teacher, or Direct Support Professional experience is highly preferred.

Prior administrative experience in a medical office setting is highly preferred.

Two years or more of experience working in a professional setting is preferred.

Associates Degree is preferred.