A BA in a related field, at least two years experience working with developmentally disabled clients and related behaviors, Medical Administration certification, First Aid, and CPR certification, and be QMRD certified. Enjoy working with people, the ability to find humor in things when it gets tough, and be flexible regarding job changes and behavior in clients. Pass the test for Rule 40 and the use of controlled procedures. Training is provided. The average is 20-21,000.
Promotion is easy after one has some experience.
It is easy to transfer from agency to agency if there are openings. It's great to work the developmentally disabled. They see humor when we can't. It's difficult dealing with physical restraints and state licensing. Many people think all developmentally disabled are all low functioning and all need assistance with basic care.