Qualifications
To become an Apex Social care professional, you should have a degree or be pursuing a degree in educational, medical or therapeutic fields and be able to demonstrate at least 400 hours of childcare experience as well as meeting our other admissions requirements.
Field of Study /Professions Accepted and Encouraged to Apply
- Preschool Teacher
- Elementary School Teacher
- Early Childhood Educator
- Special Education Teacher
- ABA Therapist
- Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant
- Speech Therapist
- Pediatric Nurse
- Nurse
- Social Worker
- Social Services graduate
- Registered Behavioral Technician
If you have a profession other than listed above but think you’re qualified,
please call us at 949-386-7455 to discuss.
Admission Requirements
- Age: Apex Social care professionals for families in the United States must be at least 18 years old. Candidates for Australian family placement must be between 18-30 years old due to visa limitations
- Experience: Have a minimum of 400 hours of experience caring for children which can include care for children ages 0-18 in home, classroom, therapy or daycare settings. Care for siblings or other relatives does not qualify
- Education: Be a student or graduate in a relevant field of study
- Legal Status: Be a US Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States
- References: Have two outstanding childcare references and one personal reference
- Language: Be fluent in English
- Duration: Be willing to make a minimum 12-month commitment
- Background: Pass a criminal background check
- Driver’s License: Having a valid driver’s license and driving experience is a plus