Part-Time
ASL Behavior Technician
Family of Kidz
201-500 employees
Therapy and education for special needs
Compensation Overview
$25 - $29/hr
New Rochelle, NY, USA
In Person
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- Fluency in American Sign Language is required.
- At least six months of experience working with children or adolescents with special needs in a supervised setting is required.
- A minimum of a high school diploma is required.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- The ability to maintain student confidentiality in accordance with state and federal regulations is required.
- The role requires strong oral and written communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
- The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment is required.
- Respond to students' and supervisors' goals, needs, and requests on an individualized and professional basis.
- Work closely with school personnel, including classroom and special education teachers, teaching assistants, school psychologists, social workers, behavior consultants, and related service providers, to support student success in the classroom.
- Collaborate with a behavior consultant or clinical supervisor to provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students with special needs.
- Assist with classroom assignments under the direction of the classroom teacher.
- Implement behavior support plans and skill acquisition programs, including data collection, progress reporting, and Crisis Prevention Intervention training and implementation.
- Assist students with daily living tasks such as mobility, hygiene, and transitions.
- Escort students to locations including the bathroom, cafeteria, and therapy sessions.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Successful completion of, or current enrollment in, an undergraduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field.
- Experience working with students with autism or maladaptive behaviors.
- Bilingual ability.
Family of Kidz provides a range of therapeutic and educational services for individuals with special needs across the lifespan. A multi-disciplinary team delivers services such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), special instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and mental health support, all aimed at understanding each person’s needs and teaching skills that increase independence and improve quality of life. The approach centers on tailoring supports to the individual and coordinating multiple specialists under one umbrella to address behavioral, educational, and developmental goals. Unlike providers who offer limited services, Family of Kidz combines multiple therapies and supports in one coordinated program, helping clients progress from birth through adulthood. The goal is to help individuals with special needs overcome barriers to progress and gain new skills for greater independence and better outcomes.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Town of North Hempstead, New York
Founded
2019
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- February 2026 blog activity shows active recruitment and family education marketing.
- Multiple 2026 locations, including Farmingdale, Great Neck, and White Plains, support expansion.
- Demand for preschool special education and home-based development services stays structurally strong.
What critics are saying
- January 2026 abuse allegations tied to employee John O'Dwyer damage trust and referrals.
- Indeed reviews in 2026 complain of overwork, weak management, and turnover.
- Private-pay positioning without health insurance limits access and exposes revenue to reimbursement pressure.
What makes Family of Kidz unique
- Family of Kidz spans speech, occupational, physical, behavioral, and mental health services.
- Westbury headquarters anchors a dense Long Island and Westchester clinic network.
- The 2023 Westchester Therapy Solutions acquisition broadened regional pediatric therapy coverage.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Program
Professional Development Budget
Legal Services
Team Building Events
Incentive Program
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 1%2 year growth
↑ 1%Westchester Therapy Solutions, a Generational Equity client, was acquired by Family of Kidz.