Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist (SIGN ON BONUS)
ABA Therapist for Autism
Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)Position Location: Hawthorne, NY and surrounding areas
Full Time & Part-Time Available
Salary: $20.00 - $27.00 per hourAscend Autism (“Ascend”) is a provider of in-home autism therapy services for children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Ascend utilizes the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) while elevating the outcomes for individuals diagnosed with ASD. Ascend is committed to the success of each child, as well as the entire family.Ascend is currently seeking ABA Behavior Technicians ("Techs" or Therapists) to join our team of professionals. Behavior Techs provide ABA services for children with autism, under the supervision and guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).Minimum Requirements:

• Experience working with children and/or adolescents
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Fluent in English; additional opportunities for candidates with other language fluency
• Driver's license

• Provide 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in center and/or home environments
• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by BCBAs
• Collect behavior and skill acquisition data during sessions to monitor progress
• Provide regular verbal and written progress updates
• Participate in team meetings and training workshops
• Be goal-oriented and maintain professionalism in all aspects of your work
• Arrive to cases on time and remain consistent with scheduled sessions
• Follow the policies and procedures of Ascend Autism

• Competitive pay with availability for either part time or full-time hours
• Flexible schedule
• A rewarding experience helping children and families reach their full potential
• Paid training that will help advance your career; defined career track within the company
• Professional development, leadership opportunities, and scholarship/education assistance opportunities
• Opportunity for supervision towards becoming a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)

• College graduate or some college experience preferred
• If college graduate, preferred areas of study: Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Special Education or related fields
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with children with developmental disabilities (preferred)
• Specific experience working in Applied Behavior Analysis (preferred)
• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification (preferred) – see below for details
• Valid driver’s license and car insurance with access to reliable transportation

• You enjoy caring for and helping children learn
• You are creative, happy and energetic
• You are nurturing and patient
• You are organized

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Sign on Bonus

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

• Are you looking for Part Time or Full Time employment?

• Associate (Preferred)

• Special needs: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person