Make a difference in the lives of children with Autism! We are currently hiring and summer is the perfect time to start a career as an ABA Therapist!

The AKABA team welcomes enthusiastic and reliable professionals to join us as part-time ABA Therapists. ABA Techs or Behavior Therapists. ABA techs provide individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services in the home and center to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our team is proud to offer ongoing training to equip you in the field and beyond.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $20 -$25 per hour

Travel: Our team focuses on assigning cases as locally as possible. Travel time pay and mileage reimbursements are available (when applicable).

This is a great position for students and teachers of all sorts who desire regular but individualized scheduling.

Hiring Multiple Candidates

Entry-level and Mid-level Positions

We welcome RBT applicants seeking supervision opportunities for Career Advancement. RBTs start at $22/hour and up.

BCBA candidates can access Lead Therapist opportunities at a differential rate.

Hours: 1:1 case matching allows us to create a custom schedule based on your availability, experiences and our client's needs. During the school year, sessions are usually on weekdays in the after-school hours, but the exact timing is flexible and based on client assignments. Weekend shifts may also be available but are not required.

Qualifications: ABA Tech or Behavior Therapist Applicants should enjoy working with children and have an interest in the Psychology field. Knowledge of and experience with Applied Behavior Analysis is a plus, but not a requirement.

Additional qualifications for an ABA Tech or Behavior Therapist include:

• Friendly and energetic, enjoy working with children.
• Experience working with children diagnosed with developmental disabilities (preferably Autism)
• Ability to attend an initial orientation.
• Ability to work a minimum of 10 hours per week (after school hours between 3-8 pm)
• Has reliable transportation
• Must be timely and organized
• Ability to work independently
• Proven ability to communicate effectively within a variety of situations

Responsibilities: The ABA Tech or Behavior Therapist will work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and will be directly responsible for

• Data collection
• Implementing individualized behavior support plans
• Implementing skill acquisition programs
• Working with families for effective collaboration on client
• Submitting all required paperwork in a timely manner
• Attending monthly case review meetings with their direct supervisor

Similar Job titles: ABA Techs, Behavior Techs, ABA Technicians, Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT), Behavior Therapist, Paraprofessionals, Assistant Teacher, Rehabilitative Assistant, and Educational Associate.

Required education:

• High school or equivalent

Required license or certification:

• Drivers License

Job Location: Metro Worcester Area

Required experience:

• Working with Kids or Teens: minimum 6 months
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)