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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Complete an employment application by clicking the “Apply Now” button below. Call (513) 831-4660 for assistance, if needed.
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
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
Intervention Specialist (Step Up Alternative Education)
This year-round opening for a licensed moderate-to-severe Intervention Specialist is responsible for providing education to students on the autism spectrum and managing educational aides. Prepare instruction following the Ohio Extended State Standards. Maintain classroom organization and structure while providing intervention as needed to meet student behavioral and emotional needs. Work with students, IEP teams and parents to ensure a positive and productive learning experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Communicate professional and effectively with local school districts, related service providers, educational aides and parents
- Plan meaningful and age-appropriate lessons that meet student IEP goals and are aligned with the Ohio Extended Learning Standards
- Involve parents and home school district to the degree necessary to provide quality education for each student
- Assist school Psychologist with the development of an ETR
- Administer Ohio Alternative Assessment as needed
- Maintain complete confidentiality of all documents and personal information. Develop Individual Education Plans, Behavioral Plans and Functional Behavior Assessments
- Program monitoring and reporting on student IEP goals and objectives monthly
- Demonstrate a collaborative relationship and educational aides through modeling and corrective feedback
- Ensure completion of all documentation for each student, including those required by home school district
- Maintain and keep current all professional licensing and related certifications. Provide continuous staff feedback, discipline and coaching to ensure Educational Aides are working at the highest level
- Provide behavior prevention and intervention as needed
- Maintain classroom supplies and materials at an appropriate level
- Fill in as needed for Educational Aides
- Provide training to newly hired Educational Aides
- Carry out other instructions which are consistent with the general responsibilities with the position
- Other items as assigned by the Education Services Director
- Complete Crisis Plans, FBI, BIPS for new students and update for current students as deemed necessary
- Complete initial and yearly evaluations on educational aides
- Complete monthly progress reports for each student
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related subject
- Current K-12 Ohio moderate-to-severe Intervention Specialist license
- Excellent attention to detail and strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work closely with educational aides, volunteers and other support staff
- Trained in CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) or willing to be trained
LOCATION: 5650 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243
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.
