What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Technician/Behavior Therapist (ABA) position at Discover Hope Behavioral Solutions?
Discover Hope is looking for Behavior Technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analytic (ABA) therapy to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in home and/or community-based settings. We offer initial and ongoing solid and professional training and the chance to work in a highly rewarding field. If you love working with kids and want the chance to make a difference, this is an excellent opportunity!
Current openings:
Part-time and Full Time positions available Mon-Fri 8am-8pm and Sat 9am-3pm. We are looking for long term candidates (1 year minimum); internships, temporary, or short-term positions are not available.
BT Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 individualized behavior therapy in child’s home or community settings,
- Complete necessary daily data collection,
- Follow treatment and behavior plans as written,
- Attend staff and/or team meetings as requested,
- Communicate effectively with all team members,
- Lift up to 50 pounds, run, squat, sit on the floor, etc.,
- Have reliable transportation and travel to multiple work sites,
- Provide proof of valid driver license and current auto insurance,
- Pass background/fingerprint clearance through DOJ and FBI,
- Provide proof of negative TB, and the following vaccinations: Heb B (can be declined), Tdap (can be declined), MMR and Varicella,
- Complete CPR training (provided by the company)
Minimum Requirements:
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential (training provided by the company) or Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT),
- To be at least 18 years old and have a High School diploma (some college/Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in psychology, early childhood education/development, or related field preferred),
- One or more years of related experience with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities (preferred),
- Work with children on the floor or at small tables,
- Demonstrate good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills,
- Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality,
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, bilingual is a plus
- Pay $25-$30/hour
- Paid drive time between client locations
- Mileage reimbursement between client locations
- Master's/BCBA program reimbursement offered
- BCBA and BCaBA supervision hours provided
- Opportunities for growth
- Flexible work schedule
- Referral bonus
- FT (30 hours/week): Paid time off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, Health Care (including Vision and Dental), Life Insurance, and 401k
Salary : $25 - $30