ABA Therapist - Behavior Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Training & development

Immediate Hiring Need for South Orange County! Locations: Laguna Niguel, Trabuco Canyon, Mission Viejo

We’re a small, close-knit business that thrives on individuality and teamwork. At our core, we believe ABA Therapy should feel different—more individualized, creative, collaborative, and more empowering. If you’re passionate about making a real difference and want to be part of a team that’s redefining what ABA can look like, we’d love to meet you!

Job Summary
Behavior Advocacy is seeking an on-site role for an RBT/ABA Therapist located in South Orange County, CA and surrounding areas. The ABA Therapist will work with clients with autism and other developmental disabilities primarily with School-Age Children ages 3-18 years old, to improve behaviors, social skills, and communication. The ABA Therapist will be responsible for implementing individualized treatment plans in which the supervising BCBA creates, collecting data, and collaborating with the clinical team. Feedback and support is frequent, so good communication skills are a requirement. Applicant must have afternoon (afterschool availability).

Responsibilities 

• Collect Data while implementing the intervention
• Complete Daily session notes and logs
• Communicate with the Supervising BCBA 
• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans created by the Supervising BCBA
• Build rapport and engage in a variety of activities with the client and their family (playing games, conversation activities, outside play, etc.)

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the US
• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have worked with school-age children before

• Prior experience in ABA is NOT required but is preferred. 
• Must possess exceptional communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and be able to adapt to changes in client needs and treatment plans
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and participate in physical play and activities
• Prior experience in behavioral therapy and data collection is strongly preferred but not required
• A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Special Education, or a related field is preferred but not required

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities 
• Frequent Supervision
• Individualized Training
• Paid Trainings 
• Life Mart Benefits