ABA Therapist

Summer 2025 is a great time to start or grow your Career in Behavior Analysis! 

Are you interested in learning how to teach kids with special needs useful skills?

Would you like a rewarding position that offers scheduling that is custom to your availability?

Apply Today to learn more about joining the AKABA Team!

*Must have Reliable transportation and a Driver's License

*Must be able to work at least 10 hours per week 

*Some Saturday availability is preferred but not required

*Completion of High school or equivalent is required

What we offer:

• Flexible Scheduling
  
• Case matching: 1-2 regularly assigned clients with whom you can build rapport over time
• Paid Training
• Pay starts at $20.00 - $23.00 per hour with increases of $1-$4 in the first 3-6 months. 
• Professional Development Opportunities including Free, Online 40-hour RBT Online Program 
• Tablet for data collection and toys/materials for client engagement
  
• 401K with matching
• Federal Holidays Off
  
• Mileage reimbursement & Travel Time Pay (per policy)
  

Applicants who enjoy and excel in this role may have worked as a:  Paraprofessional, Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Teacher's Aide, Instructional Aide, Daycare Assistant, Childcare worker, Rehabilitative Assistant, Educational Associate, Educational Assistant, Nanny, Tutor, Home Care Aid, Mental Health Therapist, PCA, HHA, CNA, Home Health Worker, Medical Assistant, Psychologist, SLPA, OTA, and Social Worker.

Overview:

Under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, this role provides 1-to-1 Applied Behavioral Analysis services to children diagnosed with Autism (ASD). Therapy sessions are usually 3-4 hours and primarily take place during after school hours. Depending on the needs of the client, sessions can be held in the client's home, Community, and/or at our Center. Our team focuses on assigning cases as locally as possible (usually within 30 minutes) to your home address or regular school/other work location. Travel time pay and mileage reimbursements are available (when applicable).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Valid Driver's License (Required)
  
• Friendly and energetic, enjoy working with individuals with needs
• Experience working with children
  
• Ability to attend an initial orientation
  
• Timely and organized
• Ability to work independently
• Proven ability to communicate effectively within a variety of situations
  
  

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• Working with families for effective collaboration
• Submitting all required paperwork in a timely manner
  
• Electronic Data collection
• Implementing individualized behavior support plans
• Implementing skill acquisition programs
  

Common titles for this position: ABA Therapist, ABA Techs, ABA Technicians, Behavior Therapist, Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician, ABA Instructor, ABA Tutor 

About AKABA:

Home is the goal of most people; at AKABA, we work with families in their homes, communities and at our center to provide high quality ABA Services.  We are focused on achieving the goal of home with convenience, dignity, safety, and improved health.  AKABA is a private and independent agency founded in Massachusetts by health care professionals. We provide ABA services within our center, client homes and communities to individuals ages 2-22 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

The AKABA team believes in developing talent and offers opportunities for growth in a diversity of skill sets. Our Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) work with the ABA Therapists/Technicians to implement interventions that help our clients cultivate functional behaviors in a variety of settings by enhancing communication skills and teaching strategies for self-regulation.

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)

Salary : $20 - $24