Year-Round Job Openings

Stepping Stones is an award-winning workplace that supports children, teens adults with disabilities in building pathways to independence! To provide excellent education and recreation programs for our community, we have a variety of positions available on our year-round team. 

Our team is comprised of enthusiastic individuals with a passion for what we do! Learn more about openings in different program and administrative areas, below. 


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Occupational Therapist – Part-Time Hourly (Step Up Alternative Education)

This is a part-time position working 6+ hours a week providing occupational therapy services for an alternative education placement program for middle and high school students with moderate to significant developmental disabilities/autism and behavior issues. In addition, the OT is responsible for providing ongoing feedback and support to the classroom staff and Education Services Director to promote students’ sensory regulation and improved motor function beyond structured therapy sessions. 

JOB DUTIES:

  • Provide direct services, including assessment, intervention and evaluations to students with disabilities.
  • Design, create and implement interventions that meet the individual needs for the student.
  • Write effective IEP goals and objectives and have a system in place to monitor progress. Participate in EIP, ETR meetings as needed.
  • Use data to design, implement and revise IEP goals that relate and support extended content standards as well as the needs of the student. Provide written communication on progress of OT-related IEP goals to parents and staff.
  • Communicate and collaborate with families/care providers, school staff and school districts to coordinate services.
  • Assist staff in implementing strategies/interventions to improve the effectiveness of service delivery within the Step Up environment
  • Serve as a consultant to staff as needed.

Utilize a variety of service delivery options, which may include direct individual instruction, small group instruction, or consultative services

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s degree and current licensure in Occupational Therapy
  • Multiple years experience working in a special education setting
  • Acquired and maintains licensures required by the state of Ohio and ODE licensures
  • Strong skills in addressing and teaching varying levels of occupational therapy needs
  • The ability to walk/move continuously for extended periods of time, indoors/outdoors as needed
  • Valid driver’s license with reliable vehicle and willingness to submit to a criminal background check ask 

ABOUT THE STEP-UP ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM:

This unique program partners with multiple Greater Cincinnati public schools to provide an alternative education program for students with Autism who have been unable to succeed in a typical classroom setting. Stepping outside of their home district, students of Step Up continue their studies  at our 23-acre Given Road Camp in Indian Hill.

Utilizing our non-traditional education setting, Step-Up students receive the tools they need to successfully navigate academic studies, learn self-regulation skills, develop vocational skills through authentic experiences to enable them to transition into adulthood and more fully participate int heir community. The Step-Up program operations 3-4 classrooms of up to seven students each, with most students utilizing 1:1 aides along with classroom teachers to engage in academic, communication and functional living skill instruction.   

Please contact Education Services Director Holly Foucht-Kovalick with your application or any questions: hfoucht-kovalick@steppingstonesohio.org

 

Direct Support Professional  (Adult Day Services)

Our Adult Day Services program offers an opportunity for adults with disabilities to build independence while developing life skills and engaging with their community. To ensure a safe an enriching program experience, we’re hiring Direct Support Professionals to join our growing Adult Day Services team. 

As a Direct Support Professional, you will join a collaborative team that engages participant groups in art, technology, wellness and other recreation areas. Groups also venture out into the community — exploring Greater Cincinnati parks, museums and other local attractions. 

BENEFITS:

  • Great hours with evenings and weekends off
  • Paid holidays
  • Generous PTO
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
  • 403B with employer contribution
  • Aflac and Legal & Identity Shield
  • Eligibility in Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness programs

COMPENSATION: Starting at $15 with benefits package that includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, 403B with employer contribution and dental, life and disability insurance at no cost to the employee. Low cost health and vision are also available as well as eligibility in tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs. 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to successfully complete criminal background check
  • Ability to multi-task and engage individuals within a group setting
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • History of excellent attendance and punctuality
  • Understanding of developmental disabilities is beneficial, but not required

WORK HOURS: Weekdays throughout the year with approximate hours of 8:00 am – 3:30 pm.

OPENINGS AT THREE LOCATIONS:

  • Allyn Campus: 1414 Lake Allyn Road, Batavia, OH 45103
  • Drex Campus: 2300 Drex Avenue, Norwood, OH 45212
  • Parkcrest Campus: 3330 Parkcrest Lane, Cincinnati OH 45211


Educational Aide (Step Up)

Our unique Step Up Autism Alternative Education program provides an individualized education for students with autism that struggle in a traditional classroom environment. Students travel from their home district to attend school throughout the year on Stepping Stones’ Given Campus in Indian Hill.

Educational Aides follow guidance from a licensed Intervention Specialist and Educational Services Director to best support students in their daily studies. Aides deliver 1:1 instruction on academic, self-care, daily living and self-regulation skills. 

BENEFITS:

  • Great hours with evenings and weekends off
  • Paid holidays
  • Generous PTO
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
  • 403B with employer contribution
  • Aflac and Legal & Identity Shield
  • Eligibility in Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness programs
COMPENSATION: Starting at $15 with benefits package that includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, 403B with employer contribution and dental, life and disability insurance at no cost to the employee. Low cost health and vision are also available as well as eligibility in tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs. 

WORK HOURS: Weekdays, approximately ~8:15 am – 3:00 pm

LOCATION: Given Campus at 5650 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to successfully complete criminal background check
  • Ability to multi-task and engage individuals within a group setting
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • History of excellent attendance and punctuality
  • Understanding of developmental disabilities is beneficial, but not required

No one should be denied employment, services or volunteer opportunities at Stepping Stones on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, disability, age or ancestry. 

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