Description

Description: Behavior therapists provide direct therapy for a specified caseload of clients and will work closely with the client’s team members including, fellow therapists, BCBAs and parents.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct 1:1 or small group therapy to children with autism or related disorders 

• Work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), in conjunction with an expert team 

• Ensure that programs written and approved by BCBA are carried out with fidelity 

• Notify BCBA of need to update or change teaching procedures based on student progress 

• Brainstorm potential ways to improve behavior plans or solutions to challenges 

• Collect and analyze data 

• Provide feedback as requested by supervising BCBA and at team meetings 

• Participate in community outings with clients 

• Assist in the creation of program plans and materials 

Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements:

• High school or equivalent, AND be at least 18 years of age 

• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification OR willingness to obtain RBT certification within 30-days of hire 

• Ability to interact with a variety of children on the autism spectrum at different functioning levels 

• Have physical ability to play with clients in the gym, pushing clients in swing, bending down, squatting, etc. 

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds 

• Have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills 

• Conduct themselves in a professional manner and hold themselves to high rigorous standards 

• Have strong work ethic with the ability to meet scheduling commitments 

• Able to work flexible hours in the clinic and/or in a client’s home 

• Must pass a thorough background check 

Job Type: Full-time and Part-time 

Benefits for all employees: 

• Opportunity for level advancement and pay increases 

• Fun work environment 

Benefits for eligible F/T employees: 

• Paid time off 

• Health insurance 

• Vision insurance 

• Dental insurance 

• Life insurance 

• Disability insurance 

• 401(k) 

• Opportunity to transition to salary 

Schedule of availability: Monday to Friday

Work location: In person (not remote) 

NOTE: This job description is not intended to detail all aspects of this position, but rather to summarize it for you and may be updated at any time.