SPROUT WITH US! Behavior Technician/BT/Paraeducator - Teaching Children with Autism

Job Description:

Sprout Clubhouse is hiring fun and engaging professionals to join our team! We are looking for dedicated people to work with children and adolescents diagnosed with autism. TRAINING PROVIDED!

We have an opening at our Bellingham center and we also provide support to children with autism in the home setting and in public and private school settings.

SPROUT WITH US!

Sprout Clubhouse provides therapeutic services to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, challenging behavior, and developmental delays. We specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, an evidence-based practice that provides meaningful and effective therapy. ABA therapy programs aim to increase language and social skills and decrease maladaptive behaviors.

Sprout creates a safe environment for every child we serve to learn and grow.

We want to help all those we support to achieve the following:

1. Enjoy People. Creating a safe, supportive environment ensures children learn from an early age and that there are people who can help improve their world.

2. Enjoy Language. We strive for everyone at the Clubhouse to enjoy communicating in a way that improves their life.

3. Enjoy Learning. Having a place where children can learn new things in a fun and interesting way allows them to become lifelong learners.

We support children and adolescents with services that are backed by science. Sprout Clubhouse uses the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a natural teaching environment.

We are seeking individuals who are willing to learn about ABA to make the world a better place.

We provide training for those interested in becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Certified Behavior Technician (CBT). Current CBTs and RBTs are encouraged to apply.

As a Behavior Technician, you will be supported by a team of professionals including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA). You will receive ongoing training and guidance to maximize your work with the children you support.

We provide competitive wages commensurate with experience in the field.

What we offer:

Part-time to (work up to) full-time hours

Regular work schedule

Training provided to become a Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) with the Washington State Department of Health

Ongoing supervision from onsite BCBAs

Competitive pay with annual reviews

Paid sick time

Paid initial and recertification CBT fees

A fun and caring environment!

Responsibilities and Duties

Implement treatment plans as part of fun and engaging activities

Collect data on interventions

Provide feedback and ask questions of supervisors

Work collaboratively with other Behavior Technicians, BCBAs, and other Sprout employees

Have positive interactions with children and their families

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Able to pass a background check

Ability to work with small children (bending, kneeling, and sitting on the floor) Infrequently lift, transfer, carry, pull, and/or push 25 pounds

Ability to become Certified Behavior Technician based on guidelines set by the state of Washington (training provided)

Must be available for after school PM session (3:30-6:30pm)

Must have reliable transportation

Must be willing to commute up to 30 minutes

Preferred

Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) in WA State and/or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, ABA, or related field

Keywords: certified behavior technician, registered behavior technician, cbt, rbt, paraeducator, teaching assistant, teachers assistant, special needs, autism, asd

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave

Work Location: In person

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28