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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Intervention Specialist (Step Up)
This year-round position is responsible for the education of students on the autism spectrum and training/managing of educational aides. Prepares instruction following the Ohio Extended State Academic Standards and increasing daily living, vocational and community based skills. Maintains classroom organization, and structure. Provides interventions as needed to meet student’s behavioral/social-emotional needs. Works with students, IEP team and parents to provide a positive learning experience.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Communicate professionally and effectively with 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 to the degree necessary to provide quality programming for each student.
- Assist School Psychologist with the development of an ETR.
- Maintain complete confidentiality of all documents and personal information.
- Develop Individual Education Plans, Behavioral Plans, and Functional Behavior Assessments.
- Progress monitoring and reporting on student IEP goals and objectives monthly.
- Demonstrate a collaborative relationship with educational aides through effective coaching strategies.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Ensure completion of all documentation for each student, including those records required by home school district.
- Maintain and keep current all professional licensing and related certifications.
- Provide continuous staff feedback, collaboration, and coaching to ensure Educational Aides are working at the highest level possible.
- 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 Service Director.
Deliverables:
- Complete IEPs for all students by deadline assigned.
- Complete progress reports for students quarterly.
- Complete Crisis Plans, FBA, BIPS and for new students and update for current students as determined necessary
- Complete frequent program monitoring of students.
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related subject.
- Current K-12 Ohio Intervention Specialist License
- Ability to work closely with aides, volunteers, and other support staff.
Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist (Step Up)
Title: Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist
Reports To: Education Services Director
Classification: Part-Time Hourly – non-exempt
This is a part-time position working 6-10 hours a week providing speech therapy services for an alternative education placement program for middle and high school students with moderate to significant Autism, developmental disabilities, and behavior issues. In addition, the SLP is responsible for providing ongoing feedback and support to the classroom staff and Education Services Director on how to promote communication skill-building and speech goal progress for students outside of the structured therapy service delivery.
Job Duties:
- Provide direct services, including assessment, intervention and evaluations to students with speech-language disabilities.
- Write effective IEP goals and objectives and have a system in place to monitor progress. Participate in IEP, ETR meetings as needed.
- Provide written communication on progress of speech and communication IEP goals to parents and staff.
- Work collaboratively with the staff, parents, and school districts to coordinate services.
- Train and assist staff in implementing strategies/interventions to improve the effectiveness of service delivery within the least restrictive environment.
- Provide services in the form of direct instruction, consultative, whole group instruction and evaluative, mainly in an immersive setting.
Job Qualifications:
- Master’s degree and current licensure as SLP
- Multiple years’ experience working in a special education setting
- Acquired and maintains OH state, ASHA, and ODE licensures
- Strong skills in addressing and teaching varying levels of speech and language 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 is also required.
- Preference given to applicants with experience and/or openness to learning and implementing RPM/Spellers/Communication for Education or related methodology in support of family and student choice and practice.
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 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 Campus 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 in their community. The Step-Up program operates 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.
Staff Accountant
Reports To: Director of Finance
Classification: Hourly – Non-Exempt
Overview: This position is responsible for the day-to-day management of subsidiary ledger for the Cash Cycle functions.
Essential Functions:
· Ability to use a computer continuously throughout the day.
· Ability to prepare and maintain written documentation and reports as needed.
· Ability to communicate effectively with fellow employees, parents, vendors, and external agencies.
· Ability to manage client and vendor relationships.
Specific Responsibilities:
· Maintains daily cash reporting and account categorization for general ledger.
· Processes remote deposits and files corresponding supporting documents.
· Prepares bank reconciliations and cash flow reports.
· Review and summarize attendance records using spreadsheets and specialized software.
· Create, import and export billing files using the Ohio DODD website.
· Reconcile DODD remittance reports and tracking errors/corrections.
· Maintain records and master list of adult participants.
· Reviews and validates billing data and prepares billing data entry for A/R system.
· Prepares Step-Up billing statements and mails to schools.
· Processes payment remittances and records payments in A/R system.
· Prepares all A/R daily, weekly and monthly reports.
· Maintains the Waiver finance portion of the client program enrollment through management of Camp software.
· Prepares and records journal entries related to bank activity.
Deliverables:
· Maintain confidentiality of information regarding participants, processes and client interfaces.
· Maintain a two-week waiver billing cycle to ensure positive cash flow.
· Interface with county SSA(s) to maintain individual budgets and communicate budget overrides.
· Support annual audit process.
· Support annual budget process.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a minimum of seven years of comparable experience as a staff accountant with knowledge of cash cycle accounting.
· Above average computer skills, including knowledge of databases and ability to learn new software systems.
· Strong work ethic, excellent communication, and strong attention to detail required.
Lead Kitchen Assistant (Camp Allyn)
Location: Allyn Campus – 1414 Lake Allyn Road, Batavia, OH 45103
We are seeking a dedicated Lead Kitchen Assistant to support our Food Services Manager in delivering safe, nutritious, and great-tasting meals. This role serves participants in overnight recreation programs as well as external groups who rent our facility on weekends.
The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in a commercial kitchen and is comfortable accommodating special dietary needs, including allergies, modified textures, and diabetic-friendly meals. Agency is willing to work with and train the right person if they do not possess these skills.
JOB DUTIES:
- Assist the Food Services Manager in preparing balanced, nutritious meals
- Cook and serve meals that meet specific dietary requirements
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including dishwashing
- Set up and tear down the dining area for meal service
- Support menu planning and meal preparation
- Monitor inventory and assist with ordering and receiving supplies
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a commercial kitchen
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass FBI and BCI background checks
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to stand and work on hard surfaces for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Basic English reading, writing, and communication skills
- ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days at no cost)
SCHEDULE:
- School Year: Thursday–Sunday (flexible with school schedules)
- Summer: Sunday–Thursday (full-time)
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
