Job Description
Job DescriptionAbout Us
Join Focused Staffing Group and be a catalyst for positive change! At Focused Staffing, we don’t just fill positions—we transform lives, one rockstar talent at a time. Whether you’re eager to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health or dedicated to empowering students in K-12 education, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with the communities that need them most. As a leader in specialized staffing, we provide exceptional opportunities and support for every member of our team, creating lasting impact for those we serve and those who serve with us. Discover how your unique strengths can help build brighter futures across schools and behavioral health organizations nationwide.
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The Role
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Emotional Support Therapist to serve students with autism and/or significant intellectual disabilities. In this role, you will provide therapeutic support to help students develop independence in academics, social skills, communication, self-regulation, and daily living skills.
This position is ideal for a therapist who values meaningful, student-centered interventions, thrives in a collaborative environment, and believes every learner deserves the opportunity to grow and succeed.
What You’ll Do
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Provide individualized and small-group emotional and behavioral support sessions to help students build self-regulation, coping skills, and positive social behaviors.
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Implement evidence-based therapeutic strategies and interventions tailored to students with autism and/or significant intellectual disabilities.
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Create a safe, structured, and supportive environment that promotes emotional stability, student independence, and positive daily routines.
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Assess and track students’ emotional, behavioral, and functional progress, maintaining clear documentation and sharing updates with the team as needed.
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Collaborate closely with teachers, parents, related service providers, and school administrators to ensure coordinated and consistent support plans.
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Build strong, trusting relationships with students while maintaining fairness, consistency, and high expectations for growth.
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Engage in professional development, coaching, and ongoing learning to strengthen therapeutic skills and stay aligned with best practices.
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Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support student wellbeing and overall program success.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Special Education, or a related human-services field (preferred).
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Eligibility for Delaware licensure or certification appropriate for providing emotional or behavioral support services (or willingness to complete required coursework, if needed).
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Experience working with students with autism and/or significant intellectual or developmental disabilities.
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Strong skills in behavior intervention, emotional regulation strategies, and crisis-prevention techniques.
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Ability to build trust, inspire students, and maintain collaborative relationships with families and school teams.
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Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.