Behavior Therapist (Long Beach/South Bay)

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding career supporting children and youth? Do you currently have a background in psychology, special education, or a related field?
Come join our clinical team at Autonomous Behavior Solutions providing in-home and school ABA services to the Long Beach, Lakewood, South Bay, and South LA County Areas.
Provide 1:1 ABA intervention to support individuals diagnosed with Autism and related disorders. At Autonomous Behavior Solutions, the behavior technician will be responsible for the following:

• Implementing Behavior Intervention Plans created by board-certified behavior analysts and clinical supervisors.
• Ensuring client and family are supported in meeting all aspects of the behavioral program.
• Implement goals to help support the child reach their fullest potential.
• Collect, report, and maintain data on the client's progress.
• Receive direction and provide feedback to the clinical team to help support the client's growth and development.
• Participate in ongoing training

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required.
• Associates or higher is preferred.
• An active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain your RBT credential within 120 days of your start date (We provide all training!)
• Must be available at least 15-20 hours per-week for part-time and 30 - 35 hours a week for full-time.
• Must live near or around the surrounding Long Beach, South Bay, and LA County Metropolitan Area.
• Enthusiastic team members with a desire to support and guide children and families.
• A minimum of 1 year of working with children with special needs is preferred.
• Willingness to join a growing company with vast growth potential.
• Valid CA driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Must pass TB test.
• Must pass criminal background check/fingerprinting clearance.
• Criminal background clearance through the State DOJ and FBI.
• Demonstrated capability and readiness to interact with children who exhibit challenging behaviors, such as, but not limited to, aggressive physical actions (e.g., punching, kicking, biting), property disruption (e.g., throwing objects), and non-compliant behaviors (e.g., spitting, inappropriate elimination, scratching).
• Required: Full physical mobility (standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, running, pushing, pulling) for managing student behaviors; ability to lift 50 pounds with proper technique; fine motor skills; effective oral communication; visual acuity; and comprehension of written instructions.

Autonomous Behavior Solutions Offers:

• Flexible, Part-time positions
• Therapists are eligible for sick days in accordance with state law
• Therapists may be eligible to accrue BCBA or BCaBA supervision hours under the direct supervision of BCBA.
• Mentorship opportunities and training.
• Paid Drive Time
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401K/Retirement.
• RBT Reimbursement
• Paid Cancellations
• Initial and continuous training in Applied Behavior Analytic Methodologies
• Frequent BCBA Supervision Provided

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

RBT Certification, Preferred

AAP/EEO Statement

Autonomous Behavior Solutions does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, creed, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, or number of dependents. As part of the Autonomous Behavior Solutions team, no provider or employees shall aid, coerce, or conspire to cause a termination or resignation of another employee because of illegal discriminatory factors.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours:
15 20 per week (part-time)
30 35 per week (full-time)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time

Patient demographics:

• Adolescents
• Children

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Can you drive/commute near and around the Long Beach, South Bay, and South Los Angeles Area?
• Are you available Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Experience with children: 2 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person