ABA Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

• Entry Level or RBT
• Crescent Child Development Services, LLC is seeking applicants for an available ABA therapy position working in our North Charleston clinic, local private schools and community/home settings. Both entry-level applicants and experienced Registered Behavior Technicians will be considered for available employment opportunities working 1:1 with children 2 to 18 years of age with autism spectrum disorders.
• The Crescent Mission is to create a positive difference and significantly improve the quality of life of children and young adults with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental delays by providing effective, high-quality and affordable ABA therapy across environments, based on individual client needs. We are committed to providing culturally sensitive and appropriate care to a diverse population and establishing cooperative partnerships through trust, respect and communication with each client and their family.
• Clients are seen in our North Charleston clinic, schools, daycares, other community locations and in some instances, their homes.

What You'll Do

• ABA therapy jobs entail providing instruction in cognitive areas as well as communication, socialization, play skills, motor development, and self-help skills while focusing on behavioral improvement across domains. Those new to the field will receive training to become a Registered Behavior Technician and will need to successfully complete the training over the first three months of employment to assure continued employment. Employment is hourly, W-2, with therapy provided in our North Charleston clinic, daycares, schools, community environments, and/or the client's home.
• Therapist schedules are developed based on therapist/client availability and the distance of clients from the therapist's home.
• Therapists are thoughtfully assigned to clients based on skills and personality.
• Starting hourly wage will be commensurate with experience, dedication and pursuit of advanced training and educational background. Opportunities for advancement, eligibility for 401K and consideration for salaried positions are available with continued employment.  Summer Employment, Internships and BCBA/BCaBA supervision will be considered.

Requirements

• Candidates must have reliable transportation, internet access and have or complete certification in First Aid/CPR and a current PPD test.  Minimal education requirement for the position is a high school diploma or GED. Federal/state background, reference and child abuse registry checks will be completed prior to formal offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Work of this nature requires a love of children, maturity, dependability, independence in completing work assignments, flexibility, good communication skills, ability to work as a part of a team and a willingness to learn. Entry-level applicants particularly well suited for this type of employment include those with nanny/teaching experience or pursuing degrees in education, psychology or other health related professions. Experience in these areas is welcome, but not necessary. Training and behavioral programming will be provided as well as consistent supervision, consultation and ongoing training by senior level staff and BCBA/BCaBAs.  Provision of supervision and participation in a training program to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) will be provided.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• If you are interested in joining our team of dedicated therapists in providing life-changing therapy for children with autism, please respond to this listing. Qualified candidates will be contacted for further information and scheduling of interviews.  We look forward to hearing from you.
• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
• Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
• Additional benefits are available based on job type.