Behavior Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Behavior Therapist 

Our mission is to improve lives, productivity, and independence using evidence-based methods. Our team is composed of experienced, dedicated people who love what they do! We are looking to hire great people who share our passion to help children, adults, and their families. With that goal, we provide our employees with extensive training and experience, supervision, access to nationally recognized experts, and a supportive work environment.

Want to make a difference in children's and families' lives while developing a rewarding career? This position is great for psychology or child development majors who want more professional experience working with kids with special needs. We offer comprehensive training for all new hires!

Compensation: $22 - $26 + ($500 retention bonus at 6 months & Annual) 

Employment: Full-Time / Part-Time

Division: Children

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• BA degree in psychology, sociology, or other related field is a plus
• RBT certification is a plus
• Provide ethical, effective, and practical behavior analytic interventions
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Job description:

• Provides direct 1:1 services to children with autism and related disorders in the home and/or clinic setting under the supervision and guidance of the Program Manager, supervisor, and clinical team
• Attends scheduled team meetings, related observations, and implements behavior interventions and programs.
• Teaching communication, self-care, social skills, etc.
• Implements behavior intervention strategies as decided upon in team meetings and/or as directed by case specialist or supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned reasonably within the scope of a Behavior Therapist
• Other job titles: Behavioral therapist, behavioral technician, autism technician, behavior therapist, behavior technician, behavior interventionist, BII, paraprofessional

What We Offer

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) with employer matching after 6 months
• Paid training and professional development, including support to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), with opportunities for BCaBA and BCBA mentorship and supervision hours to support career growth and certification goals
• Opportunity to earn an additional $1/hour within the first 3 months upon RBT certification
• Retention and performance-based bonuses
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick time
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Professional liability insurance
• Supportive supervision within a united, collaborative team
• Internship opportunities
• Innovative, growing, and dynamic organization with a strong, positive company culture

*Benefits apply after 90 days of employment and a minimum of 20 billable hours per week

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25–50 pounds (ex: therapy materials, assisting clients as needed etc.)
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, or kneel frequently throughout the workday to engage with clients at their level.
• Visual and auditory ability to observe client behavior, monitor safety, and respond promptly to needs.
• Mobility to work in a clinical environment, including navigating between rooms and supporting clients in structured activities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and maintain energy and focus during extended interaction with clients - be able to remain physically active/engaged for the duration of therapy sessions
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.