Here at Foundation Lane, we provide high quality, center-based ABA therapy in Medfield, MA and Home-Based ABA in surrounding towns. Our patients are 1-6 years old and have an autism diagnosis. We are hiring an experienced ABA Therapist who will be an exceptional addition to our Home Based team.

Responsibilities for ABA therapist:

• Deliver 1:1 therapy to patients with autism between the ages of 1 and 6 years old - Home Based Services
• Monitor patient behavior and apply ABA principles
• Respond appropriately to different situations common among patients with autism and others with behavioral and developmental challenges
• Utilize key communication skills to provide effective feedback to patients and caregivers
• Effectively communicate positive feedback to patients and caregivers
• Be able to recognize and respond to critical improvements in patient behaviors.
• Become familiar with and use behavioral redirection techniques
• Know how to respond to challenging behaviors appropriately
• Take accurate and timely data collection
• Maintain procedural integrity
• Provide written documentation on each patient immediately following every session
• Maintain and manage patients and clearly communicate and collaborate with the supervising BCBA weekly.
• Assist in making materials for individual clients
• Effectively manage a role within the center and complete the role during scheduled office time (i.e. arts and crafts development, circle time, etc.)
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized center and/or materials in home based setting
• Participate in monthly team meetings on Wednesdays, 4:15-5:15
• Follow the prescribed treatment plan as written by the BCBA and collect accurate data electronically
• Maintain complete confidentiality of all patients at all times
• Accept constructive feedback and actively works to improve skills
• Willingness and ability to work with all patients at Foundation Lane as needed
• Maintain professionalism when interacting with parents and any outside providers
• Maintain professionalism and collaborate with all Foundation Lane staff members
• Report directly to Supervising BCBAs at Foundation Lane
• COMPETITIVE PAY
• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
• FULL TIME/PART TIME

Qualifications for ABA Therapist:

• High school diploma
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or related field of study
• Preferred Registered Behavior Technician certificate from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• If you are not certified we will certify you
• 1-5 years of experience required for entry-level positions
• Strong communication skills required
• Ability to work under high-stress situations
• Exhibits significant reliable habits, including timeliness and organizational skills
• Proven experience working with toddler and pre-school aged children
• Additional evidence of successful work with autism and/or developmental disabilities
• Other experience, certificates, or qualifications as required by state
• Ability to move throughout the center with ease, including sitting on the floor, sitting at child-sized tables, and going for walks.